<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Football - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest Football news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your favorite sport!]]></description><language>en-in</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:31:10 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Rogers completes Chelsea switch from Aston Villa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morgan Rogers has completed his record switch from Aston Villa to Chelsea.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rogers-completes-chelsea-switch-from-aston-villa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:31:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rogers-completes-chelsea-switch-from-aston-villa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reports: Villa bid for Garnacho loan from Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa have made a bid to sign Chelsea winger Alejandro Garnacho on loan with a possible obligation to buy, sources have told the Press Association.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/reports-villa-bid-for-garnacho-loan-from-chelsea/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 22:15:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/reports-villa-bid-for-garnacho-loan-from-chelsea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal sign son of former player from Spurs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Elijah Upson has signed a professional contract with Arsenal after deciding to leave Tottenham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/arsenal-sign-son-of-former-player-from-spurs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:36:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/arsenal-sign-son-of-former-player-from-spurs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Summerville set for £68m Al Hilal move - reports]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Ham have agreed a &pound;68 million ($91m) deal to send Crysencio Summerville to Saudi Arabian side Al Hilal,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/summerville-set-for-68m-al-hilal-move-reports/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:26:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/summerville-set-for-68m-al-hilal-move-reports/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi in Rosario to rest after WCup final loss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi arrived back in Rosario, Argentina, on Tuesday for a few days of rest following the World Cup final loss to Spain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-in-rosario-to-rest-after-wcup-final-loss/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:46:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-in-rosario-to-rest-after-wcup-final-loss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: QPR co-owner in Liverpool stake talks]]></title><description><![CDATA[A group of investors led by Queens Park Rangers co-owner Amit Bhatia are in talks to buy a significant minority stake in Liverpool, sources told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-qpr-co-owner-in-liverpool-stake-talks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:43:23 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-qpr-co-owner-in-liverpool-stake-talks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City auction off Pep Guardiola's office items]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City launched a "Farewell Pep - Office Collection" to auction authenticated items from Guardiola's office for charity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/man-city-auction-off-pep-guardiolas-office-items/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:43:23 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/man-city-auction-off-pep-guardiolas-office-items/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ESPN's pick of preseason friendlies -- when are th...]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the World Cup over and the Premier League returning in a month, teams are back in preseason action soon, but who are they playing and when?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/espns-pick-of-preseason-friendlies-when-are-th/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:17:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/espns-pick-of-preseason-friendlies-when-are-th/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anthony Taylor retires from refereeing at 47]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anthony Taylor has announced his retirement from refereeing after a career spanning 16 Premier League seasons and more than 660 professional matches.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/anthony-taylor-retires-from-refereeing-at-47/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:17:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/anthony-taylor-retires-from-refereeing-at-47/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emi Martínez considering Argentina future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Mart&iacute;nez is considering his international future after suffering the heartache of World Cup final defeat.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/emi-martnez-considering-argentina-future/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:07:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/emi-martnez-considering-argentina-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tebas blasts FIFA, calls on Infantino to resign]]></title><description><![CDATA[LaLiga president Javier Tebas has warned that expanding the World Cup to 64 teams would represent the continuing destruction of the football industry under FIFA president Gianni Infantino, who he called on to resign.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tebas-blasts-fifa-calls-on-infantino-to-resign/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:03:31 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tebas-blasts-fifa-calls-on-infantino-to-resign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fergie pays tribute to great rival Kevin Keegan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sir Alex Ferguson has hailed the fierce managerial rival who built Newcastle's "best ever team" amid an ongoing outpouring of affection for Kevin Keegan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fergie-pays-tribute-to-great-rival-kevin-keegan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:32:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fergie-pays-tribute-to-great-rival-kevin-keegan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Which players played no minutes at the World Cup?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Cup was a time to remember for most, for a handful of players though, their time at the tournament was merely sitting in the best seats in the house.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/which-players-played-no-minutes-at-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:19:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/which-players-played-no-minutes-at-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jesus: Brazil approached me before Ancelotti]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Portugal coach Jorge Jesus has revealed how close he came to taking charge of Brazil's national team last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jesus-brazil-approached-me-before-ancelotti/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:19:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jesus-brazil-approached-me-before-ancelotti/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fernández breaks silence after WCup heartbreak]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina's Enzo Fern&aacute;ndez has said wearing his country's shirt is the "greatest honour" for him and has pledged to keep giving everything for the team following heartache in the World Cup final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fernndez-breaks-silence-after-wcup-heartbreak/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:19:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fernndez-breaks-silence-after-wcup-heartbreak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neville slams Argentina's WCup final performance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gary Neville has sharply criticised Argentina's style of play in the World Cup final against Spain and is the latest pundit to slam Lionel Scaloni's men for their tactics.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/neville-slams-argentinas-wcup-final-performance/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:58:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/neville-slams-argentinas-wcup-final-performance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baena achieves unique feat with WC triumph]]></title><description><![CDATA[&Aacute;lex Baena has made history, becoming the first player to win the Euros, Olympic Games and World Cup back-to-back.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/baena-achieves-unique-feat-with-wc-triumph/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:26:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/baena-achieves-unique-feat-with-wc-triumph/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina, without Messi, return home from WC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thousands of fans gathered in Buenos Aires on Monday evening to give a warm welcome to the Argentina football squad, who arrived home without captain Lionel Messi after their World Cup final loss to Spain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-without-messi-return-home-from-wc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:26:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-without-messi-return-home-from-wc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Durán joins Benfica, 7th club of his career at 22]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jhon Dur&aacute;n has joined Benfica on loan from Al Nassr, meaning that he is now on the seventh club of his career at just 22-years-old.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/durn-joins-benfica-7th-club-of-his-career-at-22/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:18:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/durn-joins-benfica-7th-club-of-his-career-at-22/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Rogers' &pound;117m Chelsea transfer is high risk, b...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morgan Rogers and Elliot Anderson are both moving clubs for huge fees this summer, but because of where they play the deals will be judged differently.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/why-rogers-pound117m-chelsea-transfer-is-high-risk-b/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:47:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/why-rogers-pound117m-chelsea-transfer-is-high-risk-b/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal to move for Spain W...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal have made fresh contact for Athletic Club winger Nico Williams. Transfer Talk has the latest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-arsenal-to-move-for-spain-w/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:47:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-arsenal-to-move-for-spain-w/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spurs sign Alice Sombath in club record deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham Hotspur have completed the signing of Alice Sombath for a club record fee from OL Lyonnes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spurs-sign-alice-sombath-in-club-record-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:47:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spurs-sign-alice-sombath-in-club-record-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How will the 2026 World Cup be remembered? Ranking...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every World Cup has one enduring legacy. 2022 was Messi's win. 2018 was Mbappe's breakout. What will 2026 be remembered for?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-will-the-2026-world-cup-be-remembered-ranking/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:47:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-will-the-2026-world-cup-be-remembered-ranking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grading the 2026 World Cup from Spain's A to Infan...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Cup is officially over and it's time to provide some final grades to some of the teams and people who became household names in North America.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/grading-the-2026-world-cup-from-spains-a-to-infan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:47:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/grading-the-2026-world-cup-from-spains-a-to-infan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CONMEBOL boss: next WCup will have 64 teams]]></title><description><![CDATA[The president of CONMEBOL has said on social media that the 2030 World Cup will be a "64-team tournament."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/conmebol-boss-next-wcup-will-have-64-teams/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:47:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/conmebol-boss-next-wcup-will-have-64-teams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From chaos to history: How Wrexham's first Champio...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wrexham's women are playing in Europe for the first time, as they face Armenian champions FC Pyunik on Wednesday in the UWCL. How did they get there?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/from-chaos-to-history-how-wrexhams-first-champio/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:33:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/from-chaos-to-history-how-wrexhams-first-champio/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CONMEBOL boss says next WCup will have 64 teams]]></title><description><![CDATA[The president of CONMEBOL has said on social media that the 2030 World Cup will be a "64-team tournament."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/conmebol-boss-says-next-wcup-will-have-64-teams/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:33:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/conmebol-boss-says-next-wcup-will-have-64-teams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kevin Keegan dies at 75 after cancer diagnosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Liverpool, Newcastle United and England striker Kevin Keegan has died aged 75 after being diagnosed with cancer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kevin-keegan-dies-at-75-after-cancer-diagnosis/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:58:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kevin-keegan-dies-at-75-after-cancer-diagnosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain celebrate World Cup triumph with open-top bu...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain have greeted hundreds of thousands of supporters in Madrid with an open top bus parade after winning the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-celebrate-world-cup-triumph-with-open-top-bu/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:14:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-celebrate-world-cup-triumph-with-open-top-bu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA to investigate players clash after WC final]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA has opened a disciplinary investigation into the ugly scenes which marred the end of Sunday's World Cup involving several Argentina players and coaches physically attacking members of the Spain team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fifa-to-investigate-players-clash-after-wc-final/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:14:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fifa-to-investigate-players-clash-after-wc-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stargazing: Inside the last days of Spain's quest ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[There was something in the air as Spain prepared for the World Cup final. No, not the smoke of Canadian wildfires, but a certain inevitability.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/stargazing-inside-the-last-days-of-spains-quest-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:43:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/stargazing-inside-the-last-days-of-spains-quest-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi thanks Argentina, pain from loss 'immense']]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina star Lionel Messi sent a heartfelt thank-you to his fans on Monday, one day after the defending champions fell to Spain 1-0 in extra time at the World Cup final in New Jersey.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-thanks-argentina-pain-from-loss-immense/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:11:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-thanks-argentina-pain-from-loss-immense/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Did World Cup help or hinder your Premier League team? How tournament affected each club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here's how every Premier League club was impacted by their players at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/did-world-cup-help-or-hinder-your-premier-league-team-how-tournament-affected-each-club/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:39:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/did-world-cup-help-or-hinder-your-premier-league-team-how-tournament-affected-each-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain World Cup champs return home for parade]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain's World Cup-winning team returned home on Monday, where the 26-man squad is due to meet with Spain's royals and Prime Minister Pedro S&aacute;nchez.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-world-cup-champs-return-home-for-parade/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:07:22 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-world-cup-champs-return-home-for-parade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shearer leads tributes to Keegan: 'Sleep easy Boss...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alan Shearer paid tribute to his hero and friend Kevin Keegan following the death of his former Newcastle manager at the age of 75.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/shearer-leads-tributes-to-keegan-sleep-easy-boss/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:07:22 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/shearer-leads-tributes-to-keegan-sleep-easy-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain World Cup champions return home for parade]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain's World Cup-winning team returned home on Monday, where the 26-man squad is due to meet with Spain's royals and Prime Minister Pedro S&aacute;nchez.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-world-cup-champions-return-home-for-parade/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:09:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-world-cup-champions-return-home-for-parade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Not even Messi's magic could will Argentina to bac...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina were well beaten by Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, but the defending champions were also battling against history in New Jersey.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/not-even-messis-magic-could-will-argentina-to-bac/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:12:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/not-even-messis-magic-could-will-argentina-to-bac/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Malard seals transfer to Chelsea from Man Utd]]></title><description><![CDATA[Melvine Malard has focused on winning trophies after joining Chelsea from Manchester United on a four-year contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/malard-seals-transfer-to-chelsea-from-man-utd/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:38:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/malard-seals-transfer-to-chelsea-from-man-utd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kevin Keegan: From Scunthorpe trialist to England ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joseph Kevin Keegan, who has died aged 75 following treatment for stage four cancer, had a glittering career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kevin-keegan-from-scunthorpe-trialist-to-england-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:38:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kevin-keegan-from-scunthorpe-trialist-to-england-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Source: Italy sound out Guardiola as next coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Italy have sounded out the possibility of appointing Pep Guardiola as their next coach after missing out on this summer's World Cup, a source told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/source-italy-sound-out-guardiola-as-next-coach/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:04:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/source-italy-sound-out-guardiola-as-next-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kevin Keegan dies at 75 after cancer battle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Liverpool, Newcastle United and England striker Kevin Keegan has died aged 75 after being diagnosed with cancer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kevin-keegan-dies-at-75-after-cancer-battle/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:04:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kevin-keegan-dies-at-75-after-cancer-battle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zlatan quits punditry 'for good' after WC final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zlatan Ibrahimovi&#263; announced on air that is he is to quit punditry after the World Cup final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/zlatan-quits-punditry-for-good-after-wc-final/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:31:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/zlatan-quits-punditry-for-good-after-wc-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Messi played poorly in the World Cup final: So wha...]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's unlikely Messi will play in a World Cup final again, and although he disappointed against Spain, it will be forgotten due to his dazzling career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-messi-played-poorly-in-the-world-cup-final-so-wha/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:52:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-messi-played-poorly-in-the-world-cup-final-so-wha/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belgium World Cup boss Garcia to leave his job]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rudi Garcia is to leave his role as Belgium boss after their World Cup run.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/belgium-world-cup-boss-garcia-to-leave-his-job/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:52:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/belgium-world-cup-boss-garcia-to-leave-his-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain GK on defence: I didn't have work that hard]]></title><description><![CDATA[After cruising through the World Cup barely allowing any goals, Spain won the final hardly allowing a shot.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-gk-on-defence-i-didnt-have-work-that-hard/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:07:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-gk-on-defence-i-didnt-have-work-that-hard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ranking the 2026 World Cup's best viral moments, f...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forget the football! These meme-worthy moments helped make the 2026 FIFA World Cup one of the most memorable in history.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ranking-the-2026-world-cups-best-viral-moments-f/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:07:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ranking-the-2026-world-cups-best-viral-moments-f/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[João Gomes signs for Aston Villa from Wolves]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jo&atilde;o Gomes has joined Aston Villa in a permanent transfer from Wolves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/joo-gomes-signs-for-aston-villa-from-wolves/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:07:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/joo-gomes-signs-for-aston-villa-from-wolves/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rodri on rise after injury: I want to thank myself...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rodri hopes to have inspired others to "rise again" having fought back from a significant knee injury to captain Spain to World Cup glory.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rodri-on-rise-after-injury-i-want-to-thank-myself/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:59:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rodri-on-rise-after-injury-i-want-to-thank-myself/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup's best and most disappointing XIs, from ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 World Cup is over, with Spain crowned champions. So let's start handing out some awards starting with the best and the most disappointing players of the tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cups-best-and-most-disappointing-xis-from-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:26:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cups-best-and-most-disappointing-xis-from-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We thought this would be a World Cup like no other...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 World Cup and all that went into it -- the gorgeous and garish, the cinematic and corrupt -- will no doubt live long in memory.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/we-thought-this-would-be-a-world-cup-like-no-other/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:26:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/we-thought-this-would-be-a-world-cup-like-no-other/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina announces national holiday despite loss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina president Javier Milei has announced there will be a national holiday to celebrate the Albiceleste's World Cup campaign on a day chosen by the team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-announces-national-holiday-despite-loss/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:26:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-announces-national-holiday-despite-loss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal eye shock move for ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are considering a shock deal to sign former Manchester City defender John Stones as a free agent. Transfer Talk has the latest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-arsenal-eye-shock-move-for-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:52:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-arsenal-eye-shock-move-for-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain boss: What's next? England at Wembley]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said his "relentless" players asked what was left to win in football after a 1-0 victory over Argentina sealed World Cup glory for the reigning European champions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-boss-whats-next-england-at-wembley/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:52:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-boss-whats-next-england-at-wembley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 reaction: Live updates, news as Spa...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain are 2026 World Cup champions after Ferran Torres struck an extra-time winner to dethrone Lionel Messi and Argentina, and you can follow live updates with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-reaction-live-updates-news-as-spa/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:19:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-reaction-live-updates-news-as-spa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain boss: What's next? England clash at Wembley]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said his "relentless" players asked what was left to win in football after a 1-0 victory over Argentina sealed World Cup glory for the reigning European champions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-boss-whats-next-england-clash-at-wembley/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:19:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-boss-whats-next-england-clash-at-wembley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predicting England's first starting XI at Euro 202...]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN makes a speculative early prediction at what England's starting XI will look like for their tournament opener in two years time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/predicting-englands-first-starting-xi-at-euro-202/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:44:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/predicting-englands-first-starting-xi-at-euro-202/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England World Cup player ratings: How Thomas Tuche...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's 2026 World Cup campaign may have ended without making it to the final but, in finishing in third place, it was the country's best World Cup campaign since 1966, So how did the players get on?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-world-cup-player-ratings-how-thomas-tuche/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:44:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-world-cup-player-ratings-how-thomas-tuche/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina's Paredes chokes Garc&iacute;a after WC loss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina and Spain players clashed on the pitch at the end of a bad-tempered World Cup final in New Jersey with Leandro Paredes and Eric Garc&iacute;a involved in a physical confrontation seconds after the final whistle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentinas-paredes-chokes-garciacutea-after-wc-loss/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:44:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentinas-paredes-chokes-garciacutea-after-wc-loss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Timing. Leap. Finish. Dippendu had it all 🔥]]></title><description><![CDATA[Timing. Leap. Finish. Dippendu had it all 🔥]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/timing-leap-finish-dippendu-had-it-all-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/timing-leap-finish-dippendu-had-it-all-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Tearful Messi says Spain 'better' team in WC final...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi was left in tears after he was unable to conjure up one more piece of magic to save Argentina from defeat to Spain in Sunday's World Cup final at MetLife Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-tearful-messi-says-spain-better-team-in-wc-final/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:07:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-tearful-messi-says-spain-better-team-in-wc-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi played poorly in the World Cup final: So wha...]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's unlikely Messi will play in a World Cup final again, and although he disappointed against Spain, it will be forgotten due to his dazzling career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-played-poorly-in-the-world-cup-final-so-wha/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:29:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-played-poorly-in-the-world-cup-final-so-wha/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In a tournament dominated by superstars, De La Fue...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luis De La Fuente's Spain lifted the 2026 FIFA World Cup through a series of performances that were the incarnate version what your Little League coach meant when he said, "there is no 'I' in team."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/in-a-tournament-dominated-by-superstars-de-la-fue/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:29:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/in-a-tournament-dominated-by-superstars-de-la-fue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tearful Messi says Spain 'better' team in WC final...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi was left in tears after he was unable to conjure up one more piece of magic to save Argentina from defeat to Spain in Sunday's World Cup final at MetLife Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tearful-messi-says-spain-better-team-in-wc-final/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:58:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tearful-messi-says-spain-better-team-in-wc-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain's Torres on WC winner: 'Destiny was written'...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain forward Ferran Torres said "destiny was written" after firing his country to World Cup glory against Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spains-torres-on-wc-winner-destiny-was-written/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:25:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spains-torres-on-wc-winner-destiny-was-written/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hart leads Argentina criticism at FT: 'Disgusting'...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England goalkeeper Joe Hart labelled Argentina's behaviour "disgusting" following their World Cup final defeat to Spain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/hart-leads-argentina-criticism-at-ft-disgusting/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:25:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/hart-leads-argentina-criticism-at-ft-disgusting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VAR review: Did Fernandez deserve red card as Arge...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain have won the World Cup, and we've reviewed every VAR decision and refereeing controversy of th, including Enzo Fernandez's red card in the final as Argentina lost.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/var-review-did-fernandez-deserve-red-card-as-arge/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 01:53:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/var-review-did-fernandez-deserve-red-card-as-arge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rodri wins Golden Ball as Spain dominate awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain claimed a hat trick of individual awards after beating Argentina to claim their second World Cup title on Sunday at MetLife Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rodri-wins-golden-ball-as-spain-dominate-awards/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 01:53:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rodri-wins-golden-ball-as-spain-dominate-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reaction: How Spain won 2026 World Cup; Messi exit...]]></title><description><![CDATA[So that's it! The 2026 World Cup is over and Spain have been crowned champions. Here's how they won it, how Argentina lost it, and everything in-between.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/reaction-how-spain-won-2026-world-cup-messi-exit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 01:53:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/reaction-how-spain-won-2026-world-cup-messi-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France's Mbapp&eacute; wins Golden Boot ahead of Messi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbapp&eacute; has won the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot with 10 goals after Lionel Messi failed to score in Sunday's final against Spain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/frances-mbappeacute-wins-golden-boot-ahead-of-messi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 01:21:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/frances-mbappeacute-wins-golden-boot-ahead-of-messi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain set record unbeaten run of 38 with WC win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain have set a new mark for an undefeated run in international football after beating Argentina 1-0 in Sunday's World Cup final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-set-record-unbeaten-run-of-38-with-wc-win/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:49:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-set-record-unbeaten-run-of-38-with-wc-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain 1-0 Argentina: Ferran Torres scores extra ti...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ferran Torres scored an extra time winner as Spain defeated 10-man Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-1-0-argentina-ferran-torres-scores-extra-ti/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:49:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-1-0-argentina-ferran-torres-scores-extra-ti/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rooney blasts halftime show: 'Didn't get me going'...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England forward Wayne Rooney slammed the first World Cup final halftime show, saying the best part was "when it finished."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rooney-blasts-halftime-show-didnt-get-me-going/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:49:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rooney-blasts-halftime-show-didnt-get-me-going/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Torres fires Spain past Argentina for 2nd WC title...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ferran Torres clinched Spain's second World Cup title with an extra-time winner against reigning world champions Argentina in a bad-tempered final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/torres-fires-spain-past-argentina-for-2nd-wc-title/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:15:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/torres-fires-spain-past-argentina-for-2nd-wc-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup final halftime show: Rating every performer as Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber and Shakira headline]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first World Cup final halftime show brought together some of the biggest names in music, with BTS, Justin Bieber, Madonna and Shakira -- but how did we rate them?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-final-halftime-show-rating-every-performer-as-madonna-bts-justin-bieber-and-shakira-headline/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:43:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-final-halftime-show-rating-every-performer-as-madonna-bts-justin-bieber-and-shakira-headline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina CB Martínez forced off injured in final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina centre-back Lisandro Mart&iacute;nez was forced off in the first half of the World Cup final against Spain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-cb-martnez-forced-off-injured-in-final/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:41:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-cb-martnez-forced-off-injured-in-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi is first man to start in three WC finals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi has officially become the oldest outfield player to ever take the field in a World Cup final, after starting for Argentina as they take on Spain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-is-first-man-to-start-in-three-wc-finals/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 21:29:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-is-first-man-to-start-in-three-wc-finals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane: England 'grieving' - 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follow it live with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-vs-argentina-live-world-cup-final-2026-upd/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:05:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-vs-argentina-live-world-cup-final-2026-upd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top bins only 🗑️#MBSG #JoyMohunBagan #আমরাসবুজমেরুন]]></title><description><![CDATA[Top bins only 🗑️#MBSG #JoyMohunBagan #আমরাসবুজমেরুন]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/top-bins-only-mbsg-joymohunbagan-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/top-bins-only-mbsg-joymohunbagan-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How England Will Line Up At The 2030 World Cup 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 #football #soccer #shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[How England Will Line Up At The 2030 World Cup 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 #football #soccer #shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-england-will-line-up-at-the-2030-world-cup-football-soccer-shorts/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-england-will-line-up-at-the-2030-world-cup-football-soccer-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Kalighat Milan Sangha | CFL 2026 Highlights]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Kalighat Milan Sangha | CFL 2026 Highlights]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mohun-bagan-super-giant-vs-kalighat-milan-sangha-cfl-2026-highlights/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mohun-bagan-super-giant-vs-kalighat-milan-sangha-cfl-2026-highlights/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Human rights body question World Cup integrity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Europe's top human rights body questioned the integrity of the World Cup and urged FIFA on Sunday to help build a stronger framework for the 2030 edition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/human-rights-body-question-world-cup-integrity/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 14:43:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/human-rights-body-question-world-cup-integrity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murphy: Tuchel shouldn't be in job despite WC 3rd]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England midfielder Danny Murphy has said Thomas Tuchel should be sacked despite guiding the country to their best World Cup finish in 60 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/murphy-tuchel-shouldnt-be-in-job-despite-wc-3rd/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:27:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/murphy-tuchel-shouldnt-be-in-job-despite-wc-3rd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First words from the Gaffer 🤩🙌#MBSG #JoyMohunBagan #আমরাসবুজমেরুন]]></title><description><![CDATA[First words from the Gaffer 🤩🙌#MBSG #JoyMohunBagan #আমরাসবুজমেরুন]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/first-words-from-the-gaffer-mbsg-joymohunbagan-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/first-words-from-the-gaffer-mbsg-joymohunbagan-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GK Vitek ready to leave Man Utd for No. 1 spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Goalkeeper Radek Vitek is ready to leave Manchester United in search of regular first-team football.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/gk-vitek-ready-to-leave-man-utd-for-no-1-spot/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:12:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/gk-vitek-ready-to-leave-man-utd-for-no-1-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona set deadline for ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona have set a deadline of July 31 for Atl&eacute;tico Madrid to accept their offer to sign Argentina striker Juli&aacute;n &Aacute;lvarez. Transfer Talk has the latest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-barcelona-set-deadline-for-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:17:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-barcelona-set-deadline-for-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rice: 'Fact' that this is best England since 1966]]></title><description><![CDATA[Declan Rice has said England must "keep going" to win a major trophy but it's "a fact" that they are the closest side to the 1966 legends.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rice-fact-that-this-is-best-england-since-1966/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:17:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rice-fact-that-this-is-best-england-since-1966/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Fit' Saka wished he 'played more' at World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bukayo Saka declared himself "fit" and expressed regret that he didn't play more minutes at the World Cup after his hat trick against France.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fit-saka-wished-he-played-more-at-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:35:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fit-saka-wished-he-played-more-at-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France 4-6 England: Saka scores hat trick, Three L...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England have finished third at the World Cup after an enthralling 6-4 win over France in Miami, as Bukayo Saka hit a hat-trick.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-4-6-england-saka-scores-hat-trick-three-l/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:37:17 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-4-6-england-saka-scores-hat-trick-three-l/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No one wanted to play, but England helped deliver ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Neither England nor France hoped to be playing for bronze. But the end result was one of the zaniest matches in World Cup history.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/no-one-wanted-to-play-but-england-helped-deliver-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 04:40:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/no-one-wanted-to-play-but-england-helped-deliver-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France vs. England player ratings as Bukayo Saka n...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England player ratings from their thrilling 6-4 win over France that secured third-place at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-vs-england-player-ratings-as-bukayo-saka-n/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 02:12:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-vs-england-player-ratings-as-bukayo-saka-n/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France 4-6 England: Bukayo Saka scores hat trick a...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England held on despite an incredible second half to defeat France 6-4 and finish third at the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-4-6-england-bukayo-saka-scores-hat-trick-a/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 02:12:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-4-6-england-bukayo-saka-scores-hat-trick-a/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France 4-6 England LIVE: World Cup 2026 reaction a...]]></title><description><![CDATA[France and England go head to head with the chance to end their World Cup campaigns on a high, and you can follow the action with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-4-6-england-live-world-cup-2026-reaction-a/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 01:31:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-4-6-england-live-world-cup-2026-reaction-a/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England hold off France to win all-time WC thrille...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bukayo Saka's hat trick helped England survive a dramatic second-half comeback to beat France 6-4 in Saturday's chaotic third-place playoff.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-hold-off-france-to-win-all-time-wc-thrille/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 01:31:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-hold-off-france-to-win-all-time-wc-thrille/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbapp&eacute; equals Messi's World Cup goal record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbapp&eacute; has leapfrogged Lionel Messi on the all-time World Cup goal-scoring chart as he scored his 21st and 22nd career goals in the tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbappeacute-equals-messis-world-cup-goal-record/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:53:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbappeacute-equals-messis-world-cup-goal-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wenger: Future of hydration breaks undecided]]></title><description><![CDATA[null]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/wenger-future-of-hydration-breaks-undecided/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 22:49:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/wenger-future-of-hydration-breaks-undecided/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Toney among 7 England changes for WC playoff]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel has made seven changes to the England team that lost the World Cup semifinal against France on Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/toney-among-7-england-changes-for-wc-playoff/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 22:10:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/toney-among-7-england-changes-for-wc-playoff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storms due to clear smoke ahead of WCup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Smoke from the Canadian wildfires that has engulfed the Northeast in haze is expected to mostly clear from the New Jersey area just in time for the World Cup final on Sunday, thanks to thunderstorms passing through the area, meteorologists say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/storms-due-to-clear-smoke-ahead-of-wcup-final/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 22:10:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/storms-due-to-clear-smoke-ahead-of-wcup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France vs. England LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates fr...]]></title><description><![CDATA[France and England go head to head with the chance to end their FIFA World Cup campaigns on a high, and you can follow the action with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-vs-england-live-world-cup-2026-updates-fr/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 22:10:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-vs-england-live-world-cup-2026-updates-fr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Chelsea agree £117m Rogers deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea are set to make Morgan Rogers the most expensive player in British history after agreeing a &pound;117 million deal with Aston Villa, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-chelsea-agree-117m-rogers-deal/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:53:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-chelsea-agree-117m-rogers-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup's Most POINTLESS Match 🤯 #football #soccer #shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[World Cup's Most POINTLESS Match 🤯 #football #soccer #shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cups-most-pointless-match-football-soccer-shorts/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cups-most-pointless-match-football-soccer-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Laporte: Argentina often 'leave one in']]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain defender Aymeric Laporte has suggested that Argentina prone to using "aggressive tactics" in games, ahead of the World Cup final on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/laporte-argentina-often-leave-one-in/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:28:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/laporte-argentina-often-leave-one-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who wins in the World Cup final battle between Mes...]]></title><description><![CDATA[We've all seen the image of Lionel Messi bathing Lamine Yamal, and amazingly, both men will go head-to-head in Sunday's World Cup final. Will Yamal take the crown, or will the veteran magician retain his place as the GOAT?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/who-wins-in-the-world-cup-final-battle-between-mes/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 16:18:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/who-wins-in-the-world-cup-final-battle-between-mes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Back to his Ballon d'Or-winning best, Rodri has po...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other Spain players get the attention, but midfielder Rodri is the key to them stopping Lionel Messi and Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/back-to-his-ballon-dor-winning-best-rodri-has-po/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 16:18:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/back-to-his-ballon-dor-winning-best-rodri-has-po/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First words from our new Head Coach 🩵#WelcomeManolo #AamchiCity 🔵]]></title><description><![CDATA[First words from our new Head Coach 🩵#WelcomeManolo #AamchiCity 🔵]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/first-words-from-our-new-head-coach-welcomemanolo-aamchicity-/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 14:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/first-words-from-our-new-head-coach-welcomemanolo-aamchicity-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona, Real Madrid both...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina defender Cristian Romero is set to leave Tottenham amid interest from clubs including Barcelona and Real Madrid. Transfer Talk has the latest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-barcelona-real-madrid-both/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:56:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-barcelona-real-madrid-both/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stones: England "suffering" after World Cup loss]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Stones truly felt England could win the World Cup and has yet to process the devastating semifinal loss to Argentina ahead of their bronze medal meeting with France.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/stones-england-suffering-after-world-cup-loss/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:23:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/stones-england-suffering-after-world-cup-loss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Varuga Varuga!#AllInForChennaiyin]]></title><description><![CDATA[Varuga Varuga!#AllInForChennaiyin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/varuga-varugaallinforchennaiyin/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/varuga-varugaallinforchennaiyin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump questions England tactics after World Cup ex...]]></title><description><![CDATA[U.S. President Donald Trump has joined the growing criticism of Thomas Tuchel's tactics in England's World Cup semifinal defeat to Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/trump-questions-england-tactics-after-world-cup-ex/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:21:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/trump-questions-england-tactics-after-world-cup-ex/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rooney: Stick with Tuchel unless Pep is available]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wayne Rooney has said that England should stick with Thomas Tuchel -- unless Pep Guardiola is available and willing to take on the job as manager.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rooney-stick-with-tuchel-unless-pep-is-available/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 08:43:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rooney-stick-with-tuchel-unless-pep-is-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England vs. France line-ups: World Cup 2026 predic...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Who will Thomas Tuchel select as England face France in the World Cup's third-place playoff?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-france-line-ups-world-cup-2026-predic/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 08:43:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-france-line-ups-world-cup-2026-predic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel: England fan opinion won't affect my desire...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel has insisted a downturn in public opinion towards him will not change his desire to manage England at Euro 2028.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-england-fan-opinion-wont-affect-my-desire/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 05:10:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-england-fan-opinion-wont-affect-my-desire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel: England have 'gap to close' to top teams]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel has said England must close a gap to the top nations after suggesting his side must learn to play better football under pressure at tournaments.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-england-have-gap-to-close-to-top-teams/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 04:53:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-england-have-gap-to-close-to-top-teams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rodri confident 'complete' Spain can top Argentina...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain reaching the FIFA World Cup final is still something of a novelty, given this is just the second time the country has gotten this far. Rodri sees it as the culmination of years building to this point.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rodri-confident-complete-spain-can-top-argentina/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 03:25:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rodri-confident-complete-spain-can-top-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump questions England tactics after WCup exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[U.S. President Donald Trump has joined the growing criticism of Thomas Tuchel's tactics in England's World Cup semifinal defeat to Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/trump-questions-england-tactics-after-wcup-exit/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 02:21:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/trump-questions-england-tactics-after-wcup-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Infantino: World Cup showed fans 'future of unity'...]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA President Gianni Infantino deemed the FIFA World Cup a success on Friday, saying the tournament achieved its mission of uniting people from all corners of the globe.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/infantino-world-cup-showed-fans-future-of-unity/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 01:29:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/infantino-world-cup-showed-fans-future-of-unity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Argentine maestro proves yet again why he's the GOAT 🐐]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Argentine maestro proves yet again why he's the GOAT 🐐]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-argentine-maestro-proves-yet-again-why-hes-the-goat-/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-argentine-maestro-proves-yet-again-why-hes-the-goat-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Tactics, tiredness and Tuchel: How England lost th...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The agony is perpetual, and the torment terminal. Once again, everything seemed to be going right for England in a tournament -- precisely up until the moment it didn't.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-tactics-tiredness-and-tuchel-how-england-lost-th/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:56:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-tactics-tiredness-and-tuchel-how-england-lost-th/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Bellingham explains Messi debate at World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham has played down what appeared to be an animated discussion with Lionel Messi during the World Cup semifinal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-bellingham-explains-messi-debate-at-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:56:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-bellingham-explains-messi-debate-at-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Messi is the best player at the World Cup -- and the best male athlete of all time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi has long been considered the greatest soccer player ever, but he's so much more than that. He's the best male athlete, in any sport, in history.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/why-messi-is-the-best-player-at-the-world-cup-and-the-best-male-athlete-of-all-time/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 21:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/why-messi-is-the-best-player-at-the-world-cup-and-the-best-male-athlete-of-all-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deschamps hints at France changes vs. England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Didier Deschamps confirmed Kylian Mbappe is "available" for the World Cup third place playoff with England and highlighted his plans to make changes in his final match as France boss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/deschamps-hints-at-france-changes-vs-england/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 21:21:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/deschamps-hints-at-france-changes-vs-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aston Villa sign Swiss WC breakout star Manzambi]]></title><description><![CDATA[World Cup breakout star Johan Manzambi joined Champions League-bound Aston Villa on Friday in a record transfer deal for a Swiss player.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/aston-villa-sign-swiss-wc-breakout-star-manzambi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 21:21:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/aston-villa-sign-swiss-wc-breakout-star-manzambi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Press and possess: Spain's secret sauce is a suffo...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain are known as the modern purveyors of the beautiful game, but what has got them to within 90 minutes of another World Cup win is an elite defense.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/press-and-possess-spains-secret-sauce-is-a-suffo/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:36:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/press-and-possess-spains-secret-sauce-is-a-suffo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neville: 'Big problem' with Tuchel's 'DNA' comment...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England defender Gary Neville has said he has a "big problem" with Thomas Tuchel suggesting England's "DNA" needs to change in major tournaments.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/neville-big-problem-with-tuchels-dna-comment/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:36:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/neville-big-problem-with-tuchels-dna-comment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's in an emote? Analyzing 747 gestures during the World Cup group stage]]></title><description><![CDATA[For years, soccer lineups were just static lists of names, but the 2026 World Cup has given us two-to-three-second videos in which players can make a gesture or emote. The group stage had 747 player gestures; let's break them all down.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/whats-in-an-emote-analyzing-747-gestures-during-the-world-cup-group-stage/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/whats-in-an-emote-analyzing-747-gestures-during-the-world-cup-group-stage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[대활약을 펼친 49번째 팀… 그리고 레전드들의 빵 터지는 한마디! 🎙️😂 #49thTeam]]></title><description><![CDATA[대활약을 펼친 49번째 팀… 그리고 레전드들의 빵 터지는 한마디! 🎙️😂 #49thTeam]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/-49-49thteam/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/-49-49thteam/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 49th Team delivered… and the legends had plenty to say 🎙️😂 #49thTeam]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 49th Team delivered… and the legends had plenty to say 🎙️😂 #49thTeam]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-49th-team-delivered-and-the-legends-had-plenty-to-say-49thteam/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-49th-team-delivered-and-the-legends-had-plenty-to-say-49thteam/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Szoboszlai signs new long-term deal at Liverpool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai has signed a new long-term contract at Anfield.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/szoboszlai-signs-new-long-term-deal-at-liverpool/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:30:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/szoboszlai-signs-new-long-term-deal-at-liverpool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: No weather concern for World Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Cup final is not under any threat despite the air quality warnings in the area, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-no-weather-concern-for-world-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:30:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-no-weather-concern-for-world-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santos in Utd travelling squad for Wrexham clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andrey Santos could get his first run-out in Manchester United colours on Saturday after being included in the travelling squad for their pre-season friendly against Wrexham in Helsinki.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/santos-in-utd-travelling-squad-for-wrexham-clash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:30:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/santos-in-utd-travelling-squad-for-wrexham-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can Argentina Stop Spain? 🤔]]></title><description><![CDATA[Can Argentina Stop Spain? 🤔]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/can-argentina-stop-spain-/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/can-argentina-stop-spain-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Spain Too Stacked? 🃏]]></title><description><![CDATA[Is Spain Too Stacked? 🃏]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/is-spain-too-stacked-/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/is-spain-too-stacked-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Just tuning in for World Cup final? Let's catch yo...]]></title><description><![CDATA[For those who are just tuning in, here are the highlights of the World Cup so far, from Lionel Messi heroics and underdog upsets to brave USMNT performances.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/just-tuning-in-for-world-cup-final-lets-catch-yo/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:23:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/just-tuning-in-for-world-cup-final-lets-catch-yo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bowen confirms West Ham stay despite relegation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jarrod Bowen will stay at West Ham this season despite their relegation to the Championship, he has confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bowen-confirms-west-ham-stay-despite-relegation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:35:17 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bowen-confirms-west-ham-stay-despite-relegation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlético president: Álvarez will be here next seas...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atl&eacute;tico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has firmly declared the club will not transfer Juli&aacute;n &Aacute;lvarez this summer despite Barcelona's attempt to lure the Argentina striker to the Camp Nou.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/atltico-president-lvarez-will-be-here-next-seas/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:35:17 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/atltico-president-lvarez-will-be-here-next-seas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No entry 🚫🙅‍♂️]]></title><description><![CDATA[No entry 🚫🙅‍♂️]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/no-entry-/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/no-entry-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup winners to claim 'championship rings']]></title><description><![CDATA[The winners of the World Cup will be awarded championship rings in addition to the traditional trophy and gold medals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-winners-to-claim-championship-rings/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:50:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-winners-to-claim-championship-rings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rice 'might be a centre-half' - Graeme Souness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Declan Rice might be better suited to playing in defence because of his "limited" passing range, according to Graeme Souness.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rice-might-be-a-centre-half-graeme-souness/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:50:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rice-might-be-a-centre-half-graeme-souness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pochettino to decide USMNT future next week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mauricio Pochettino has said he will make a decision regarding his future as coach of the United States national team next week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/pochettino-to-decide-usmnt-future-next-week/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:50:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/pochettino-to-decide-usmnt-future-next-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal sign 18-year-old goalkeeper Isabella Damm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal have announced the signing of 18-year-old goalkeeper Isabella Damm from Brondby IF.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/arsenal-sign-18-year-old-goalkeeper-isabella-damm/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:06:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/arsenal-sign-18-year-old-goalkeeper-isabella-damm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi first met Yamal as a baby. Their next meetin...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Little did Lionel Messi know when he picked up the baby Lamine Yamal two decades ago that he was holding a future World Cup final opponent in his arms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-first-met-yamal-as-a-baby-their-next-meetin/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:22:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-first-met-yamal-as-a-baby-their-next-meetin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellingham: Don't let England 'unity' end after WC...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham has called for continued unity after England's World Cup exit against Argentina, insisting that "when we're together, we can achieve big things."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bellingham-dont-let-england-unity-end-after-wc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:22:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bellingham-dont-let-england-unity-end-after-wc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal accelerate Rogers t...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are ramping up a move for Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers even after agreeing a deal for Club Brugge winger Christos Tzolis. Transfer Talk has the latest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-arsenal-accelerate-rogers-t/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:38:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-arsenal-accelerate-rogers-t/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tactics, tiredness and Tuchel: How England lost th...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The agony is perpetual, and the torment terminal. Once again, everything seemed to be going right for England in a tournament -- precisely up until the moment it didn't.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tactics-tiredness-and-tuchel-how-england-lost-th/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:38:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tactics-tiredness-and-tuchel-how-england-lost-th/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane: 'Empty feeling' after World Cup heartbreak]]></title><description><![CDATA[Heartbroken captain Harry Kane vowed to fight on as England continue to search for the "final piece of the jigsaw" that can take them from nearly men to trophy-winners.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-empty-feeling-after-world-cup-heartbreak/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:38:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-empty-feeling-after-world-cup-heartbreak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sandeep is off the mark for the season 🔥⚽️]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sandeep is off the mark for the season 🔥⚽️]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sandeep-is-off-the-mark-for-the-season-/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 06:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sandeep-is-off-the-mark-for-the-season-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Superstitious Argentine president to skip WC final...]]></title><description><![CDATA[- Argentina President Javier Milei said on Thursday he won't be attending the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/superstitious-argentine-president-to-skip-wc-final/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 02:00:22 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/superstitious-argentine-president-to-skip-wc-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel: English game DNA 'needs to be changed']]></title><description><![CDATA[England boss Thomas Tuchel says the DNA of English football needs changing if his side are to win major tournaments -- and insists he is "100%" committed to staying in the job.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-english-game-dna-needs-to-be-changed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:46:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-english-game-dna-needs-to-be-changed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi to critics: Nothing was handed to Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi has a message for Argentina's detractors: "Nothing was handed to us."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-to-critics-nothing-was-handed-to-argentina/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:46:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-to-critics-nothing-was-handed-to-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coventry sign centre-back Amenda from Frankfurt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coventry have announced the signing of Switzerland defender Aurele Amenda from Eintracht Frankfurt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/coventry-sign-centre-back-amenda-from-frankfurt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:46:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/coventry-sign-centre-back-amenda-from-frankfurt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pel&eacute;'s 1958 World Cup final jersey sells for $4.9M...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The jersey Pel&eacute; wore during Brazil's 5-2 victory over Sweden in the 1958 FIFA World Cup final sold at Sotheby's for $4.88 million on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/peleacutes-1958-world-cup-final-jersey-sells-for-49m/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:06:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/peleacutes-1958-world-cup-final-jersey-sells-for-49m/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel: DNA of English game 'needs to be changed']]></title><description><![CDATA[England boss Thomas Tuchel says the DNA of English football needs changing if his side are to win major tournaments -- and insists he is "100%" committed to staying in the job.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-dna-of-english-game-needs-to-be-changed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 21:57:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-dna-of-english-game-needs-to-be-changed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Villa agree fee with Wolves for Gomes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa have reached an agreement to sign Wolverhampton midfielder Jo&atilde;o Gomes on a permanent transfer, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-villa-agree-fee-with-wolves-for-gomes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 21:18:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-villa-agree-fee-with-wolves-for-gomes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Arsenal near deal with Brugge's Tzolis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are closing in on a &euro;40 million deal to sign Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-arsenal-near-deal-with-brugges-tzolis/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:31:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-arsenal-near-deal-with-brugges-tzolis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England's Parked Bus Got Towed 😬]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's Parked Bus Got Towed 😬]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/englands-parked-bus-got-towed-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/englands-parked-bus-got-towed-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zlatan: England must 'look in the mirror' after ex...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zlatan Ibrahimovic has told England's players to "look in the mirror" and ask "how good you really are" after the Three Lions suffered their latest failure to reach a World Cup final with defeat to Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/zlatan-england-must-look-in-the-mirror-after-ex/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:53:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/zlatan-england-must-look-in-the-mirror-after-ex/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[José Got a Red Card 😂]]></title><description><![CDATA[José Got a Red Card 😂]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jos-got-a-red-card-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jos-got-a-red-card-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England's Bellingham slaps Barco after WC defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[England midfielder Jude Bellingham slapped the back of Argentina player Valent&iacute;n Barco's head after their World Cup semifinal defeat in Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/englands-bellingham-slaps-barco-after-wc-defeat/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:15:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/englands-bellingham-slaps-barco-after-wc-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi's World Cup farewell with Argentina comes fu...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain once wanted Lionel Messi over 20 years ago. Now, the reigning European champions must stop him in what could be his final World Cup game for Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messis-world-cup-farewell-with-argentina-comes-fu/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:47:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messis-world-cup-farewell-with-argentina-comes-fu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Get ready for the World Cup final! What you need t...]]></title><description><![CDATA[We're down to the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as there are now just two teams still harboring dreams of becoming world champions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/get-ready-for-the-world-cup-final-what-you-need-t/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:47:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/get-ready-for-the-world-cup-final-what-you-need-t/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Saka, Watkins on, and NOT six defenders: The subs ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Could different replacements have preserved England's attacking threat while still protecting their lead against Argentina? Here's what Thomas Tuchel did -- and what we would have done instead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-saka-watkins-on-and-not-six-defenders-the-subs-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:47:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-saka-watkins-on-and-not-six-defenders-the-subs-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Five shots, 12% possession: England's damning stat...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The stats which cost England in their World Cup semifinal against Argentina laid bare.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-five-shots-12-possession-englands-damning-stat/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:47:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-five-shots-12-possession-englands-damning-stat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Copy of Argentina show why they're reigning World Cup cham...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina flipped the script yet again with two late goals to stun England, sending them to the World Cup final with a chance to repeat as champions vs. Spain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-copy-of-argentina-show-why-theyre-reigning-world-cup-cham/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:47:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-copy-of-argentina-show-why-theyre-reigning-world-cup-cham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellingham explains Messi debate at World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham has played down what appeared to be an animated discussion with Lionel Messi during the World Cup semifinal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bellingham-explains-messi-debate-at-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:28:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bellingham-explains-messi-debate-at-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neville: Tuchel should have taken Kane off at 1-0]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gary Neville said Thomas Tuchel should have made the "bold decision" to substitute Harry Kane as England surrendered a 1-0 lead to lose 2-1 to Argentina in the World Cup semifinal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/neville-tuchel-should-have-taken-kane-off-at-1-0/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:52:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/neville-tuchel-should-have-taken-kane-off-at-1-0/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina criticised for banner: 'Inappropriate']]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina have been criticised as "inappropriate" for a banner about the Falklands Islands after beating England at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-criticised-for-banner-inappropriate/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:52:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-criticised-for-banner-inappropriate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hearts, Scotland goalkeeper Craig Gordon retires]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hearts and Scotland goalkeeper Craig Gordon has announced his retirement from football at the age of 43.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/hearts-scotland-goalkeeper-craig-gordon-retires/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:43:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/hearts-scotland-goalkeeper-craig-gordon-retires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Chelsea near signing of Malard from Utd]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea are closing in on the signing of Manchester United forward Melvine Malard, a source has told ESPN, in what would be a club record fee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-chelsea-near-signing-of-malard-from-utd/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:34:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-chelsea-near-signing-of-malard-from-utd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five shots, 12% possession: England's damning stat...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The stats which cost England in their World Cup semifinal against Argentina laid bare.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/five-shots-12-possession-englands-damning-stat/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:34:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/five-shots-12-possession-englands-damning-stat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saka, Watkins on, and NOT six defenders: The subs ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Could different replacements have preserved England's attacking threat while still protecting their lead against Argentina? Here's what Thomas Tuchel did -- and what we would have done instead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/saka-watkins-on-and-not-six-defenders-the-subs-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:02:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/saka-watkins-on-and-not-six-defenders-the-subs-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Romero hits out at 'stupid' Neville over criticism...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina's Cristian Romero believes Gary Neville was "so stupid" to criticise him and his fellow Argentinian centre-back Lisandro Mart&iacute;nez.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/romero-hits-out-at-stupid-neville-over-criticism/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:02:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/romero-hits-out-at-stupid-neville-over-criticism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet the World Cup superfans who follow their team through it all]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN tracked down three World Cup superfans to find out what their journey has been like, how much it has cost them, and whether it's all been worth it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/meet-the-world-cup-superfans-who-follow-their-team-through-it-all/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:02:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/meet-the-world-cup-superfans-who-follow-their-team-through-it-all/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi: Win over England 'a gift for Maradona']]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi dedicated Argentina's World Cup semifinal win over England to the late Diego Maradona.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-win-over-england-a-gift-for-maradona/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:29:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-win-over-england-a-gift-for-maradona/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Facing Lionel Messi in training is a joy 😍]]></title><description><![CDATA[Facing Lionel Messi in training is a joy 😍]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/facing-lionel-messi-in-training-is-a-joy-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/facing-lionel-messi-in-training-is-a-joy-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every England World Cup exit since 1966 - revisiti...]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN takes a look at every England World Cup exit since their sole triumph in 1966.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/every-england-world-cup-exit-since-1966-revisiti/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:50:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/every-england-world-cup-exit-since-1966-revisiti/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, news as England suffer semifinal defeat against Argentina - July 16]]></title><description><![CDATA[England suffered a heartbreaking end to their World Cup campaign after Lionel Messi inspired a late Argentina comeback to reach back-to-back finals. Follow ESPN's updates.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-england-suffer-semifinal-defeat-against-argentina-july-16/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:11:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-england-suffer-semifinal-defeat-against-argentina-july-16/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel's retreat set up England's World Cup exit a...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just 10 days ago, Thomas Tuchel was being hailed as a tactical genius. England's semifinal capitulation, however, has the spotlight firmly on the Three Lions boss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchels-retreat-set-up-englands-world-cup-exit-a/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:11:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchels-retreat-set-up-englands-world-cup-exit-a/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Richards learned of father's death before TV duty]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England defender Micah Richards was informed of the death of his father shortly before going on air as a BBC pundit for the World Cup semifinal against Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/richards-learned-of-fathers-death-before-tv-duty/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:11:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/richards-learned-of-fathers-death-before-tv-duty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Sources: Tuchel retains FA backing after WCup exit...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel is set to stay on as England head coach to Euro 2028 after retaining the backing of the FA, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-sources-tuchel-retains-fa-backing-after-wcup-exit/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:11:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-sources-tuchel-retains-fa-backing-after-wcup-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burn says England 'passive' but defends tactics]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dan Burn said he believed it was "our time" to win the World Cup but defended Thomas Tuchel's tactics as England's dream ended in semifinal heartbreak against Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/burn-says-england-passive-but-defends-tactics/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:41:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/burn-says-england-passive-but-defends-tactics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Time to do it all over again, Mariners 🤩🔥]]></title><description><![CDATA[Time to do it all over again, Mariners 🤩🔥]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/time-to-do-it-all-over-again-mariners-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/time-to-do-it-all-over-again-mariners-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Tuchel retains FA backing after WCup exit...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel is set to stay on as England head coach to Euro 2028 after retaining the backing of the FA, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-tuchel-retains-fa-backing-after-wcup-exit/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 05:13:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-tuchel-retains-fa-backing-after-wcup-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Argentina show why they're reigning World Cup cham...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina flipped the script yet again with two late goals to stun England, sending them to the World Cup final with a chance to repeat as champions vs. Spain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-argentina-show-why-theyre-reigning-world-cup-cham/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 05:13:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-argentina-show-why-theyre-reigning-world-cup-cham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina expose England's all-too-familiar World ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The agony is perpetual, and the torment terminal. Once again, everything seemed to be going right for England in a tournament -- precisely up until the moment it didn't.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-expose-englands-all-too-familiar-world-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 05:13:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-expose-englands-all-too-familiar-world-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England crash out of World Cup semifinal after Arg...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina came from behind once again to book their spot in their second consecutive World Cup final after beating England 2-1 in Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-crash-out-of-world-cup-semifinal-after-arg/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 03:03:18 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-crash-out-of-world-cup-semifinal-after-arg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina risk FIFA fine over Falklands banner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina players celebrated their World Cup semi-final victory over England by holding a banner about the Falkland Islands on the pitch in Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-risk-fifa-fine-over-falklands-banner/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 03:03:18 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-risk-fifa-fine-over-falklands-banner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel vows to stay England boss, defends tactics]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel has vowed to stay on as England boss until Euro 2028 and there is a "curse" on his team after crashing out of the World Cup semifinals to Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-vows-to-stay-england-boss-defends-tactics/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 02:31:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-vows-to-stay-england-boss-defends-tactics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane: 'Too soon' to decide if '26 WC was his last]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harry Kane said it's too soon to make a call on whether this is his last World Cup with England, adding that Tuesday's 2-1 World Cup semifinal loss to Argentina was a similar story to other past near-misses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-too-soon-to-decide-if-26-wc-was-his-last/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 01:37:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-too-soon-to-decide-if-26-wc-was-his-last/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina show why they're reigning World Cup cham...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina flipped the script yet again with two late goals to stun England, sending them to the World Cup final with a chance to repeat as champions vs. Spain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-show-why-theyre-reigning-world-cup-cham/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:34:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-show-why-theyre-reigning-world-cup-cham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi, Argentina stun England late to reach final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina sealed a dramatic semifinal fightback against England at Mercedes-Benz Stadium with two goals in the final five minutes to clinch a 2-1 win and book a World Cup final clash with Spain on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-argentina-stun-england-late-to-reach-final/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:02:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-argentina-stun-england-late-to-reach-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England vs. Argentina player ratings as Three Lion...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England player ratings from their heartbreaking defeat to Argentina in the World Cup semifinals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-argentina-player-ratings-as-three-lion/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:02:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-argentina-player-ratings-as-three-lion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England 1-2 Argentina: Fernandez, Martinez score l...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina came from behind once again to book their spot in their second consecutive World Cup final after beating England 2-1 in Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-1-2-argentina-fernandez-martinez-score-l/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:31:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-1-2-argentina-fernandez-martinez-score-l/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spurs will have a WC winner for 3rd WC in a row]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Tottenham Hotspur player will be a World Cup winner. no matter who emerges victorious in the final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spurs-will-have-a-wc-winner-for-3rd-wc-in-a-row/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:57:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spurs-will-have-a-wc-winner-for-3rd-wc-in-a-row/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post Malone headlines WCup closing ceremony]]></title><description><![CDATA[A wide array of performers, from Post Malone to Tom Cruise to streamer IShowSpeed, will help close out the World Cup, FIFA said Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/post-malone-headlines-wcup-closing-ceremony/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:57:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/post-malone-headlines-wcup-closing-ceremony/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane becomes England's second most capped player]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harry Kane is now England's second most capped player of all time, as he started Wednesday's World Cup semifinal against Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-becomes-englands-second-most-capped-player/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:24:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-becomes-englands-second-most-capped-player/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[So Many Memories 🥲]]></title><description><![CDATA[So Many Memories 🥲]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/so-many-memories-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/so-many-memories-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The World Cup Golden Boot &amp; Golden Ball races are coming down to the WIRE 👀]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Cup Golden Boot &amp; Golden Ball races are coming down to the WIRE 👀]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-world-cup-golden-boot-amp-golden-ball-races-are-coming-down-to-the-wire-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-world-cup-golden-boot-amp-golden-ball-races-are-coming-down-to-the-wire-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Forest set to sign free agent Schlager]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nottingham Forest are set to complete the signing of Austria international Xaver Schlager, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-forest-set-to-sign-free-agent-schlager/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:21:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-forest-set-to-sign-free-agent-schlager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rogers, Spence and James start for England in Arge...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England have made three changes for their World Cup semifinal against Argentina with Morgan Rogers, Djed Spence and Reece James all starting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rogers-spence-and-james-start-for-england-in-arge/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:21:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rogers-spence-and-james-start-for-england-in-arge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fans can pay $80 to attend pre-WC final presser]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA is to stage the World Cup final news conference in front of paying fans with supporters having to pay in excess of $80 (&pound;60) to watch the coaches and players from the two finalists.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fans-can-pay-80-to-attend-pre-wc-final-presser/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:21:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fans-can-pay-80-to-attend-pre-wc-final-presser/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France's Attack Went Missing 💨]]></title><description><![CDATA[France's Attack Went Missing 💨]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/frances-attack-went-missing-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/frances-attack-went-missing-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Morgan Rogers to start for England in Wor...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morgan Rogers is set to start for England in Wednesday's World Cup semifinal against Argentina, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-morgan-rogers-to-start-for-england-in-wor/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:51:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-morgan-rogers-to-start-for-england-in-wor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England vs. Argentina LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England look to take another step to ending 60 years of hurt as they face Argentina for a place in the World Cup final - follow it live with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-argentina-live-world-cup-2026-updates/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:51:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-argentina-live-world-cup-2026-updates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Special Birthday for Lamine Yamal 🎉]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Special Birthday for Lamine Yamal 🎉]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-special-birthday-for-lamine-yamal-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-special-birthday-for-lamine-yamal-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nobby Stiles death linked to heading footballs]]></title><description><![CDATA[England 1966 World Cup winner Nobby Stiles died with a brain condition caused by repeatedly heading a football, a coroner has ruled.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/nobby-stiles-death-linked-to-heading-footballs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:46:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/nobby-stiles-death-linked-to-heading-footballs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greenwood signs with Fenerbahçe from Marseille]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood on Wednesday signed for Fenerbah&ccedil;e to join his third club in three years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/greenwood-signs-with-fenerbahe-from-marseille/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:46:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/greenwood-signs-with-fenerbahe-from-marseille/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why England vs. Argentina is World Cup's best, ang...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wednesday will see England and Argentina meet for the first time since 2005, and it's a rivalry that has defined the World Cup thanks to some unforgettable encounters. Here's why this game is so compelling.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/why-england-vs-argentina-is-world-cups-best-ang/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:23:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/why-england-vs-argentina-is-world-cups-best-ang/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Open won't change schedule if England in WC final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Organisers of this week's Open currently have no plans to alter Sunday's schedule should England reach the World Cup final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/open-wont-change-schedule-if-england-in-wc-final/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:35:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/open-wont-change-schedule-if-england-in-wc-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man United's Ugarte undergoes knee surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manuel Ugarte has undergone surgery after suffering a knee injury at the World Cup, Manchester United have confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/man-uniteds-ugarte-undergoes-knee-surgery/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:35:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/man-uniteds-ugarte-undergoes-knee-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Forget Wonderwall, England's World Cup semifinal o...]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the defining images of this World Cup has been England's full-time rendition of Wonderwall in unison with the fans. They're not the only team to have generated a bond with their travelling support however.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/forget-wonderwall-englands-world-cup-semifinal-o/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:54:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/forget-wonderwall-englands-world-cup-semifinal-o/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The most ICONIC save in World Cup history 🤯🧤]]></title><description><![CDATA[The most ICONIC save in World Cup history 🤯🧤]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-most-iconic-save-in-world-cup-history-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-most-iconic-save-in-world-cup-history-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain's Yamal: 'New York, we're coming for you']]></title><description><![CDATA[Lamine Yamal is looking forward to take New York by storm after helping Spain reach the World Cup final with a 2-0 win against France.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spains-yamal-new-york-were-coming-for-you/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:31:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spains-yamal-new-york-were-coming-for-you/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina vice-president: England are 'invaders']]></title><description><![CDATA[England have been described as "invaders" and "usurping pirates" by Argentina's vice-president ahead of the teams' World Cup semifinal clash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-vice-president-england-are-invaders/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:48:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-vice-president-england-are-invaders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LCL sign Kadidiatou Diani after OL Lyonnes exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[London City Lionesses have confirmed the signing of France international Kadidiatou Diani from sister club OL Lyonnes on a controversial three-year-deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/lcl-sign-kadidiatou-diani-after-ol-lyonnes-exit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:23:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/lcl-sign-kadidiatou-diani-after-ol-lyonnes-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transfer rumors, news: USMNT striker Balogun on Ju...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Juventus are considering a move for AS Monaco and USMNT striker Folarin Balogun. Transfer Talk has the latest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-usmnt-striker-balogun-on-ju/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:43:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-usmnt-striker-balogun-on-ju/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France move from Deschamps to Zidane wondering wha...]]></title><description><![CDATA[France's Didier Deschamps era ended with a shock World Cup semifinal defeat to Spain. Is Zinedine Zidane better placed to get more out of this clearly talented group?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-move-from-deschamps-to-zidane-wondering-wha/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:43:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-move-from-deschamps-to-zidane-wondering-wha/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 World Cup Stock Watch: Who has impressed? Who...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The FIFA World Cup is into the semifinals, but which players have impressed and which have struggled during both tournaments?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/2026-world-cup-stock-watch-who-has-impressed-who/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:43:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/2026-world-cup-stock-watch-who-has-impressed-who/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, news as Spain ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain outplayed France to reach their first World Cup final 16 years on since winning the tournament and will face England or reigning champions Argentina. Follow live updates with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-spain-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:16:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-spain-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England won't be burdened by Argentina World Cup h...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England won't be weighed down by the history of their Argentina rivalry, writes Tom Hamilton, but they must stop Lionel Messi.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-wont-be-burdened-by-argentina-world-cup-h/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:16:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-wont-be-burdened-by-argentina-world-cup-h/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will England or Argentina reach the World Cup fina...]]></title><description><![CDATA[As England and Argentina meet in a titanic semifinal showdown, what can stats and charts tell us about who will reach the World Cup final?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/will-england-or-argentina-reach-the-world-cup-fina/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:37:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/will-england-or-argentina-reach-the-world-cup-fina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England vs. Argentina line-ups: World Cup 2026 pre...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Who will Thomas Tuchel back as the Three Lions prepare to meet Argentina in a World Cup semifinal?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-argentina-line-ups-world-cup-2026-pre/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:37:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-argentina-line-ups-world-cup-2026-pre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scaloni: Argentina 'not as bad' as some people say...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni shut down criticism over the way his team has played throughout the FIFA World Cup ahead of the semifinal against England on Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/scaloni-argentina-not-as-bad-as-some-people-say/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:36:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/scaloni-argentina-not-as-bad-as-some-people-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Guehi: Pressure on Argentina in semis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marc Guehi said all the pressure is on Argentina ahead of England's semifinal against the reigning champions on Wednesday, while Ezri Konsa added the team must ignore the external noise over the rivalry between the two countries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-guehi-pressure-on-argentina-in-semis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:36:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-guehi-pressure-on-argentina-in-semis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First Touch | 49th Team | FIFA World Cup 2026™]]></title><description><![CDATA[First Touch | 49th Team | FIFA World Cup 2026™]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/first-touch-49th-team-fifa-world-cup-2026/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/first-touch-49th-team-fifa-world-cup-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Argentina coach Scaloni unlocked Messi's goal-scoring prowess at the World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi went from six goals in four World Cups to 15 (and counting) in 2022 and 2026. What changed under Lionel Scaloni?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-argentina-coach-scaloni-unlocked-messis-goal-scoring-prowess-at-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 03:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-argentina-coach-scaloni-unlocked-messis-goal-scoring-prowess-at-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel: 'No cracks' in Bellingham relationship]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel insists there are "no cracks" with Jude Bellingham and believes the pair are closer than ever before despite the England star publicly hitting back at his manager.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-no-cracks-in-bellingham-relationship/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 03:48:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-no-cracks-in-bellingham-relationship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guehi: Pressure on Argentina in semis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marc Guehi said all the pressure is on Argentina ahead of England's semifinal against the reigning champions on Wednesday, while Ezri Konsa added the team must ignore the external noise over the rivalry between the two countries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/guehi-pressure-on-argentina-in-semis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 03:48:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/guehi-pressure-on-argentina-in-semis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England weighing man-marking plan to stop Messi]]></title><description><![CDATA[England coach Thomas Tuchel said he has considered man-marking Lionel Messi in Wednesday's World Cup semifinal against Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-weighing-man-marking-plan-to-stop-messi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 03:48:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-weighing-man-marking-plan-to-stop-messi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is America going to host the World Cup again in 2038? 👀]]></title><description><![CDATA[Is America going to host the World Cup again in 2038? 👀]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/is-america-going-to-host-the-world-cup-again-in-2038-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 03:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/is-america-going-to-host-the-world-cup-again-in-2038-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Did Mbappe Just Lose The Golden Boot AND The Golden Ball?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Did Mbappe Just Lose The Golden Boot AND The Golden Ball?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/did-mbappe-just-lose-the-golden-boot-and-the-golden-ball/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 03:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/did-mbappe-just-lose-the-golden-boot-and-the-golden-ball/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A joint World Cup in South America would be INSANE 💯]]></title><description><![CDATA[A joint World Cup in South America would be INSANE 💯]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-joint-world-cup-in-south-america-would-be-insane-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 03:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-joint-world-cup-in-south-america-would-be-insane-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Messi a LOCK for World Cup Player of the Tournament? 👀]]></title><description><![CDATA[Is Messi a LOCK for World Cup Player of the Tournament? 👀]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/is-messi-a-lock-for-world-cup-player-of-the-tournament-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 03:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/is-messi-a-lock-for-world-cup-player-of-the-tournament-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain 'feeling unbeatable' ahead of WCup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luis de la Fuente said Spain are "feeling unbeatable" after reaching the World Cup final with a 2-0 win over France.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-feeling-unbeatable-ahead-of-wcup-final/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 02:33:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-feeling-unbeatable-ahead-of-wcup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Did Unai Simon Just Lock Down The Golden Glove? 🤔 #worldcup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Did Unai Simon Just Lock Down The Golden Glove? 🤔 #worldcup]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/did-unai-simon-just-lock-down-the-golden-glove-worldcup/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 02:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/did-unai-simon-just-lock-down-the-golden-glove-worldcup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbapp&eacute; critical of tactics in loss by 'sloppy' Fra...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbapp&eacute; seemed to question Didier Deschamps' approach and tactics after France's 2-0 defeat to Spain in the FIFA World Cup semifinal on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbappeacute-critical-of-tactics-in-loss-by-sloppy-fra/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 01:57:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbappeacute-critical-of-tactics-in-loss-by-sloppy-fra/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Harry Kane became one of England's great capta...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Listen to Harry Kane's teammates, and they'll describe him as England's greatest ever player. He is one of their best-ever captains, too.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-harry-kane-became-one-of-englands-great-capta/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 01:57:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-harry-kane-became-one-of-englands-great-capta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deschamps: France not good enough to beat Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[France head coach Didier Deschamps said his team wasn't technically sound enough in his team's 2-0 loss to Spain in the FIFA World Cup semifinals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/deschamps-france-not-good-enough-to-beat-spain/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 01:57:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/deschamps-france-not-good-enough-to-beat-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Has Lamine Yamal Been The BEST Young Player At The World Cup? 👀]]></title><description><![CDATA[Has Lamine Yamal Been The BEST Young Player At The World Cup? 👀]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/has-lamine-yamal-been-the-best-young-player-at-the-world-cup-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 01:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/has-lamine-yamal-been-the-best-young-player-at-the-world-cup-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup favourites France unravel as Spain book ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain have sealed their place in the 2026 World Cup final, but why did France collapse so easily?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-favourites-france-unravel-as-spain-book-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 01:20:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-favourites-france-unravel-as-spain-book-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain's win vs. France just ended an incredible, 4...]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the past 11 World Cup finals, both Bayern Munich and Inter Milan had been represented. But that amazing streak is now over for one of those clubs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spains-win-vs-france-just-ended-an-incredible-4/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:05:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spains-win-vs-france-just-ended-an-incredible-4/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France vs. Spain player ratings as La Roja reach W...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain produced a dominant World Cup display as they saw off a France team full of supporters -- how did ESPN rate the players' performances?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-vs-spain-player-ratings-as-la-roja-reach-w/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:05:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-vs-spain-player-ratings-as-la-roja-reach-w/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina inspired by Maradona for England clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina will draw inspiration from the peerless Diego Maradona as a new generation of stars attempt to get the better of England once again.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-inspired-by-maradona-for-england-clash/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:05:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-inspired-by-maradona-for-england-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro fire La Roja into ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain are the first team to book their spot in the World Cup final after beating France 2-0 in Dallas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mikel-oyarzabal-and-pedro-porro-fire-la-roja-into-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 23:25:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mikel-oyarzabal-and-pedro-porro-fire-la-roja-into-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Unimpressed Atleti end Greenwood talks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marseille forward Mason Greenwood is nearing a four-year deal deal with Fenerbah&ccedil;e after Atl&eacute;tico Madrid dropped their pursuit of the former Manchester United player -- saying he was unreachable, sources told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-unimpressed-atleti-end-greenwood-talks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:57:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-unimpressed-atleti-end-greenwood-talks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mac Allister may draw on PL experience vs England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister said playing in the Premier League with Liverpool may be helpful when facing England on Wednesday in Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mac-allister-may-draw-on-pl-experience-vs-england/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:33:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mac-allister-may-draw-on-pl-experience-vs-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi vs. Harry Kane: How do Argentina and ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the latest iteration of a footballing rivalry that goes back generations, England and Argentina are due to showdown in the World Cup semifinal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/lionel-messi-vs-harry-kane-how-do-argentina-and-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:33:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/lionel-messi-vs-harry-kane-how-do-argentina-and-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man United sign midfielder Tielemans from Villa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United have announced the signing of midfielder Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/man-united-sign-midfielder-tielemans-from-villa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:01:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/man-united-sign-midfielder-tielemans-from-villa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inside Spain's World Cup camp: Can good vibes carr...]]></title><description><![CDATA[As they prepare to face France's four musketeers, Spain have built their own powerful "all for one" mentality together in their World Cup summer camp.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/inside-spains-world-cup-camp-can-good-vibes-carr/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:01:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/inside-spains-world-cup-camp-can-good-vibes-carr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France vs. Spain LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates as E...]]></title><description><![CDATA[France face Spain in the first 2026 World Cup semifinal and you can follow all of the action on ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-vs-spain-live-world-cup-2026-updates-as-e/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:01:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-vs-spain-live-world-cup-2026-updates-as-e/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why England vs. Argentina is World Cup's best, angriest, most chaotic rivalry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wednesday will see England and Argentina meet for the first time since 2005, and it's a rivalry that has defined the World Cup thanks to some unforgettable encounters. Here's why this game is so compelling.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/why-england-vs-argentina-is-world-cups-best-angriest-most-chaotic-rivalry/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:20:22 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/why-england-vs-argentina-is-world-cups-best-angriest-most-chaotic-rivalry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who is Iván Barton? The Central American referee s...]]></title><description><![CDATA[France and Spain are set to face each other in a blockbuster semifinal of the World Cup as stars Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbapp&eacute; fight to earn a place in the final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/who-is-ivn-barton-the-central-american-referee-s/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:20:22 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/who-is-ivn-barton-the-central-american-referee-s/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's it really like to face Yamal and Mbapp&eacute;? We...]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN has asked LaLiga players and coaches what it's like to take on Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbapp&eacute;, who will clash in Tuesday's World Cup semifinal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/whats-it-really-like-to-face-yamal-and-mbappeacute-we/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:20:22 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/whats-it-really-like-to-face-yamal-and-mbappeacute-we/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is the Hand of God? Why did Diego Maradona's ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are few goals in football history that have generated as much debate, legacy and, in many corners furore as Diego Maradona's "Hand of God" -- scored at the 1986 World Cup against England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/what-is-the-hand-of-god-why-did-diego-maradonas-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:10:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/what-is-the-hand-of-god-why-did-diego-maradonas-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane: England can't focus on Argentina history]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harry Kane says a World Cup semifinal against historic rivals Argentina is "as big as it gets" but stressed England cannot be drawn into the emotional baggage surrounding the fixture.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-england-cant-focus-on-argentina-history/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:10:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-england-cant-focus-on-argentina-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Balogun: Red card 'controversy' affected USMNT]]></title><description><![CDATA[United States striker Folarin Balogun has revealed he predicted President Trump's involvement in overturning his World Cup suspension would "cause a lot of controversy."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/balogun-red-card-controversy-affected-usmnt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:10:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/balogun-red-card-controversy-affected-usmnt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No extra UK police at England-Argentina in Atlanta...]]></title><description><![CDATA[No further officers from the UK are being sent to Atlanta for the World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina on 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has been submitted to the International Olympic Committee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/infantino-reported-to-ioc-over-trump-ties-at-wc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:02:22 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/infantino-reported-to-ioc-over-trump-ties-at-wc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Besiktas agree deal with Arsenal for Trossard]]></title><description><![CDATA[Besiktas have agreed a deal with Arsenal for winger Leandro Trossard, the north London club have announced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/besiktas-agree-deal-with-arsenal-for-trossard/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:02:22 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/besiktas-agree-deal-with-arsenal-for-trossard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barça are club with most players in WC semis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spanish champions Barcelona have more players than any other club still competing for World Cup glory.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bara-are-club-with-most-players-in-wc-semis/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:26:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bara-are-club-with-most-players-in-wc-semis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal sign 19-year-old Baum from RB Leipzig]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal have announced the signing of 19-year-old winger Lisa Baum from RB Leipzig.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/arsenal-sign-19-year-old-baum-from-rb-leipzig/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:49:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/arsenal-sign-19-year-old-baum-from-rb-leipzig/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maradona Jr. excited for England-Argentina SF]]></title><description><![CDATA[Diego Maradona Jr., son of the late Argentina legend Diego Maradona, described Wednesday's World Cup semifinal clash against England as a "special occasion" for his fellow countrymen and by no means an "ordinary game."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/maradona-jr-excited-for-england-argentina-sf/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:11:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/maradona-jr-excited-for-england-argentina-sf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Luka Vuskovic signs for Brighton from Tottenham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brighton and Hove Albion have completed the signing of Luka Vuskovic from Tottenham, the south coast club confirmed on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/luka-vuskovic-signs-for-brighton-from-tottenham/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:28:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/luka-vuskovic-signs-for-brighton-from-tottenham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yamal: France SF most important match of career]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain winger Lamine Yamal has described the World Cup semifinal against France as "the most important match" in his career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/yamal-france-sf-most-important-match-of-career/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:31:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/yamal-france-sf-most-important-match-of-career/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Balogun joins LeBron's agency after breakout WC]]></title><description><![CDATA[United States forward Folarin Balogun has signed with LeBron James' agency Klutch Sports following a breakout World Cup that elevated his profile on and off the pitch.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/balogun-joins-lebrons-agency-after-breakout-wc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:31:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/balogun-joins-lebrons-agency-after-breakout-wc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alonso: Chelsea job over Liverpool 'about timings'...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has said that his decision to join Chelsea over Liverpool was "about timings."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/alonso-chelsea-job-over-liverpool-about-timings/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:31:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/alonso-chelsea-job-over-liverpool-about-timings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O'Reilly on marking Messi: Once in a lifetime]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nico O'Reilly is backing himself to come through the "once-in-a-lifetime" task of marking Lionel Messi and turning his dream of winning the World Cup into reality.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/oreilly-on-marking-messi-once-in-a-lifetime/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:45:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/oreilly-on-marking-messi-once-in-a-lifetime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi is about to play England for the first time ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Until Wednesday's second semifinal of the 2026 World Cup kicks off, it's a strange historical quirk that Lionel Messi has never played against England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-is-about-to-play-england-for-the-first-time-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:45:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-is-about-to-play-england-for-the-first-time-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inside Man United's summer rebuild, as Santos and ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United have had to adapt their summer transfer window plans, but the club continue to be active and more signings are expected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/inside-man-uniteds-summer-rebuild-as-santos-and-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:45:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/inside-man-uniteds-summer-rebuild-as-santos-and-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five World Cups, a Finalissima and a debut red car...]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is an astonishing quirk that England and Lionel Messi of Argentina have never met in a senior international match. That changes Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/five-world-cups-a-finalissima-and-a-debut-red-car/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:45:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/five-world-cups-a-finalissima-and-a-debut-red-car/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Right place at the right time 🔥]]></title><description><![CDATA[Right place at the right time 🔥]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/right-place-at-the-right-time-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/right-place-at-the-right-time-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi and Bellingham in, Martínez and Anderson out...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Who makes it into ESPN's combined XI for the World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-and-bellingham-in-martnez-and-anderson-out/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:42:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-and-bellingham-in-martnez-and-anderson-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane rejects England 'division,' backs Bellingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Captain Harry Kane has dismissed the idea of division in the England squad, insisting there is "complete togetherness" ahead of the World Cup semifinal with Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-rejects-england-division-backs-bellingham/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:42:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-rejects-england-division-backs-bellingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inside Spain's World Cup camp: Can good vibes coul...]]></title><description><![CDATA[As they prepare to face France's four musketeers, Spain have built their own powerful "all for one" mentality together in their World Cup summer camp.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/inside-spains-world-cup-camp-can-good-vibes-coul/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:42:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/inside-spains-world-cup-camp-can-good-vibes-coul/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dutch ref dies months after being dropped from WC]]></title><description><![CDATA[A referee who was dropped from FIFA's list of officials for this summer's World Cup has died, the Dutch federation has announced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/dutch-ref-dies-months-after-being-dropped-from-wc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:42:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/dutch-ref-dies-months-after-being-dropped-from-wc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deschamps says Spain-France will be 'spectacular']]></title><description><![CDATA[France head coach Didier Deschamps deflected questions about his team's World Cup favorite status and projected a "spectacular game" against Spain in Tuesday's semifinal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/deschamps-says-spain-france-will-be-spectacular/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:42:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/deschamps-says-spain-france-will-be-spectacular/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sayan x Kiyan = 🥷🥷💥]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sayan x Kiyan = 🥷🥷💥]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sayan-x-kiyan-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sayan-x-kiyan-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: England optimistic Rice will be fit for A...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England are increasingly optimistic Declan Rice will be fit to start Wednesday's World Cup semifinal against Argentina, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-england-optimistic-rice-will-be-fit-for-a/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 03:08:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-england-optimistic-rice-will-be-fit-for-a/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: England optimistic Rice will be fit for S...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England are increasingly optimistic Declan Rice will be fit to start Wednesday's World Cup semifinal against Argentina, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-england-optimistic-rice-will-be-fit-for-s/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 02:18:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-england-optimistic-rice-will-be-fit-for-s/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kound&eacute;: No 'lack of respect' in Yamal's France jib...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jules Kound&eacute; said Monday that Spain winger Lamine Yamal's comments that France should fear the defending Euro champions ahead of their FIFA World Cup semifinal weren't a sign of disrespect.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/koundeacute-no-lack-of-respect-in-yamals-france-jib/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 02:18:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/koundeacute-no-lack-of-respect-in-yamals-france-jib/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Preparing for penalties: How goalkeepers get ready...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since the shootout debuted at the 1982 World Cup, 39 knockout games have been decided from the penalty spot. What does preparation look like for the goalkeepers?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/preparing-for-penalties-how-goalkeepers-get-ready/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:43:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/preparing-for-penalties-how-goalkeepers-get-ready/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haaland, Norway return home to heroes' welcome]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland and his Norway teammates were welcomed home by a crowd of thousands following their historic World Cup achievements in North America.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/haaland-norway-return-home-to-heroes-welcome/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:43:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/haaland-norway-return-home-to-heroes-welcome/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Get ready for the World Cup semifinals! What you n...]]></title><description><![CDATA[With only a week to go until the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, there are now just four teams still harboring dreams of becoming world champions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/get-ready-for-the-world-cup-semifinals-what-you-n/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:43:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/get-ready-for-the-world-cup-semifinals-what-you-n/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France counterattack, Argentina set pieces: How Wo...]]></title><description><![CDATA[We're down to the final four of the World Cup, with the four top-ranked teams set to square off. Yet all of them use very different attacking styles in order to score goals; let's break it down.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-counterattack-argentina-set-pieces-how-wo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:43:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-counterattack-argentina-set-pieces-how-wo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pickford: England will keep cool in Argentina clas...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jordan Pickford has said he is confident England will be streetwise enough to keep their cool in Wednesday's intense World Cup semifinal clash with Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/pickford-england-will-keep-cool-in-argentina-clas/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:52:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/pickford-england-will-keep-cool-in-argentina-clas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina's key players to look out for in England...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Messi won't be the only Argentina player for England to fear in the World Cup semifinal clash between the two.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentinas-key-players-to-look-out-for-in-england/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 20:58:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentinas-key-players-to-look-out-for-in-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Liverpool sign GK Keating after City deal ends]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool have signed England goalkeeper Khiara Keating after her contract at Manchester City expired.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/liverpool-sign-gk-keating-after-city-deal-ends/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:30:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/liverpool-sign-gk-keating-after-city-deal-ends/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Preparing for penalties: How goalkeepers get ready for World Cup shootouts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since the shootout debuted at the 1982 World Cup, 39 knockout games have been decided from the penalty spot. What does preparation look like for the goalkeepers?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/preparing-for-penalties-how-goalkeepers-get-ready-for-world-cup-shootouts/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:50:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/preparing-for-penalties-how-goalkeepers-get-ready-for-world-cup-shootouts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alonso wants Enzo Fernández to stay at Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has said he wants to keep Enzo Fern&aacute;ndez at the club amid a potential exit this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/alonso-wants-enzo-fernndez-to-stay-at-chelsea/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:14:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/alonso-wants-enzo-fernndez-to-stay-at-chelsea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The season officially begins 💚♥️]]></title><description><![CDATA[The season officially begins 💚♥️]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-season-officially-begins-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-season-officially-begins-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police investigating death of South Africa's Adams...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police said Monday they are investigating the death of South Africa World Cup football player Jayden Adams, after his body was discovered this weekend at a property in the city of Cape Town.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/police-investigating-death-of-south-africas-adams/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:35:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/police-investigating-death-of-south-africas-adams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd announce Santos signing from Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United have signed midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea, the club have announced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/man-utd-announce-santos-signing-from-chelsea/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:35:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/man-utd-announce-santos-signing-from-chelsea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Slaven Bilić back as Croatia head coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Slaven Bili&#263; has been appointed as the new head coach of Croatia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/slaven-bili-back-as-croatia-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:02:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/slaven-bili-back-as-croatia-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LCL sign Mapi León following Barcelona exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[London City Lionesses have announced the signing of defender Mapi Le&oacute;n on a three-year contract following her exit from Barcelona.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/lcl-sign-mapi-len-following-barcelona-exit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:57:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/lcl-sign-mapi-len-following-barcelona-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Laporta: Bar&ccedil;a's offer for &Aacute;lvarez could expire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona's "substantial offer" to sign Atl&eacute;tico Madrid forward Juli&aacute;n &Aacute;lvarez still stands but only for a limited time, Bar&ccedil;a president Joan Laporta has warned.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/laporta-barccedilas-offer-for-aacutelvarez-could-expire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:57:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/laporta-barccedilas-offer-for-aacutelvarez-could-expire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: United in advanced talks for Tielemans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United are in advanced talks to sign Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-united-in-advanced-talks-for-tielemans/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:25:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-united-in-advanced-talks-for-tielemans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iraola: Liverpool working hard to sign new players...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola has admitted the club "need more" players but are "working hard" behind the scenes to bolster his squad in this transfer window.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/iraola-liverpool-working-hard-to-sign-new-players/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:25:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/iraola-liverpool-working-hard-to-sign-new-players/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Man U striker Forlán to become Uruguay coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Uruguay's Football Association (AUF) is in advanced talks with Diego Forl&aacute;n to become head coach of the national team on an interim basis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ex-man-u-striker-forln-to-become-uruguay-coach/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:35:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ex-man-u-striker-forln-to-become-uruguay-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubarsí calls for tolerance after ex-PM comments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain defender Pau Cubars&iacute; has called for tolerance after the nation's former Prime Minister, Mariano Rajoy, claimed that France "don't have any French players."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/cubars-calls-for-tolerance-after-ex-pm-comments/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:02:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/cubars-calls-for-tolerance-after-ex-pm-comments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal step up move for Ar...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are stepping up their pursuit of Atl&eacute;tico Madrid forward Juli&aacute;n &Aacute;lvarez. Transfer talk has the latest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-arsenal-step-up-move-for-ar/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:18:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-arsenal-step-up-move-for-ar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hate extra time and penalties? Here's how one man ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Soccer's format for deciding cup games that end in a tie is a flawed system. So what is an alternative to the current extra 30 minutes before a penalty shootout?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/hate-extra-time-and-penalties-heres-how-one-man-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:18:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/hate-extra-time-and-penalties-heres-how-one-man-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Michael Oliver, Anthony Taylor cannot referee ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Oliver and Anthony Taylor have been ruled out of refereeing the World Cup final. But why?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/why-michael-oliver-anthony-taylor-cannot-referee-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:44:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/why-michael-oliver-anthony-taylor-cannot-referee-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hand of God, Beckham vs. Simeone: Ranking the most...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England take on Argentina in the 2026 World Cup semifinal and there have been plenty of controversial moments in the fixture over the years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/hand-of-god-beckham-vs-simeone-ranking-the-most/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:44:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/hand-of-god-beckham-vs-simeone-ranking-the-most/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Training in full flow ahead of our CFL opener | Mohun Bagan Super Giant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Training in full flow ahead of our CFL opener | Mohun Bagan Super Giant]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/training-in-full-flow-ahead-of-our-cfl-opener-mohun-bagan-super-giant/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/training-in-full-flow-ahead-of-our-cfl-opener-mohun-bagan-super-giant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Infantino: FIFA will look at 64-team World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gianni Infantino has confirmed FIFA will discuss expanding the men's World Cup to 64 teams after the 2026 tournament, saying every nation should have the chance to dream of playing at football's biggest event.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/infantino-fifa-will-look-at-64-team-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:25:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/infantino-fifa-will-look-at-64-team-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Norway and Haaland are rowing home, but this World...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland couldn't lift Norway past England into the World Cup semifinals. But the Scandinavian side had a memorable tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-norway-and-haaland-are-rowing-home-but-this-world/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:25:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-norway-and-haaland-are-rowing-home-but-this-world/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Jude Bellingham is dragging England towards histor...]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN's Tom Hamilton explains how Jude Bellingham has become the driving force behind England's World Cup run after answering Thomas Tuchel's challenge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-jude-bellingham-is-dragging-england-towards-histor/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:25:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-jude-bellingham-is-dragging-england-towards-histor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of England's grit to overcome adversity at this World...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England have a belief strengthened by their comeback successes against Mexico and Norway. Next up: Argentina and Lionel Messi.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-englands-grit-to-overcome-adversity-at-this-world/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:25:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-englands-grit-to-overcome-adversity-at-this-world/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A-List: FIFA's top-4 make WC semis for first time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina, Spain, France and England went into the tournament as the top four in FIFA's rankings and are two wins away from being crowned champions again.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-list-fifas-top-4-make-wc-semis-for-first-time/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 22:23:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-list-fifas-top-4-make-wc-semis-for-first-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane: England must find 'missing piece' before SF]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harry Kane has urged England to find the "missing piece" and get over the line in the quest for World Cup glory, but accepts Thomas Tuchel's demand for improvements.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-england-must-find-missing-piece-before-sf/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 20:55:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-england-must-find-missing-piece-before-sf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: FIFA, FIFPRO in heat protocol talks]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA and global players' union FIFPRO are in discussions over establishing protocols to avoid games being played in excessive heat, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-fifa-fifpro-in-heat-protocol-talks/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 20:25:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-fifa-fifpro-in-heat-protocol-talks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Norway and Haaland are rowing home, but this World...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland couldn't lift Norway past England into the World Cup semifinals. But the Scandinavian side had a memorable tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/norway-and-haaland-are-rowing-home-but-this-world/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 17:18:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/norway-and-haaland-are-rowing-home-but-this-world/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Get ready for the World Cup semifinals! What you need to know, top players, best moments, predictions, odds]]></title><description><![CDATA[With only a week to go until the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, there are now just four teams still harboring dreams of becoming world champions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/get-ready-for-the-world-cup-semifinals-what-you-need-to-know-top-players-best-moments-predictions-odds/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:48:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/get-ready-for-the-world-cup-semifinals-what-you-need-to-know-top-players-best-moments-predictions-odds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senegal sack manager Thiaw after World Cup exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senegal have sacked manager Pape Thiaw in the wake of their exit from the World Cup in the round of 32.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/senegal-sack-manager-thiaw-after-world-cup-exit/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:46:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/senegal-sack-manager-thiaw-after-world-cup-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How have England fared in major semifinals? Record...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England will next take to the field against Argentina after securing a 2-1 win over Norway on Saturday to book a fourth World Cup semifinal appearance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-have-england-fared-in-major-semifinals-record/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:46:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-have-england-fared-in-major-semifinals-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, news as Englan...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England will face Argentina in the 2026 World Cup semifinals as both teams found a way into the last four via extra time and you can read all the latest news on ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-englan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:46:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-englan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA: 'No evidence' ball hit wire in England's goa...]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA stated there is "no evidence" the ball struck an overhead wire before England's equalizing goal against Norway in the Three Lions' 2-1 World Cup quarterfinals victory.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fifa-no-evidence-ball-hit-wire-in-englands-goa/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:09:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fifa-no-evidence-ball-hit-wire-in-englands-goa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi ready for 'powerhouse' England in WC semi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi has said Argentina's remarkable run of success is "not normal" after the reigning world champions beat Switzerland to reach the World Cup semifinals, where they will face England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-ready-for-powerhouse-england-in-wc-semi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:13:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-ready-for-powerhouse-england-in-wc-semi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi praises 'not normal' Argentina in WC defense...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi has said Argentina's remarkable run of success is "not normal" after the reigning world champions beat Switzerland to reach the World Cup semifinals, where they will face England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-praises-not-normal-argentina-in-wc-defense/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:13:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-praises-not-normal-argentina-in-wc-defense/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England's grit to overcome adversity at this World...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England have a belief strengthened by their comeback successes against Mexico and Norway. Next up: Argentina and Lionel Messi.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/englands-grit-to-overcome-adversity-at-this-world/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 10:42:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/englands-grit-to-overcome-adversity-at-this-world/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haaland not surprised by Jude: 'Too many critics']]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland has said the only thing that surprises him about the "unbelievable" Jude Bellingham is the amount of criticism he receives -- insisting the England midfielder is "one of the best in the world."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/haaland-not-surprised-by-jude-too-many-critics/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 09:46:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/haaland-not-surprised-by-jude-too-many-critics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breakout stars of the 2026 World Cup: Diomande, Freeman, Manzambi, more]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 World Cup will be remembered for how all the superstars showed up and dominated, but we've also had a few young talents breaking though. Here are four of the best we'll remember going into the 2026-27 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/breakout-stars-of-the-2026-world-cup-diomande-freeman-manzambi-more/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 09:46:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/breakout-stars-of-the-2026-world-cup-diomande-freeman-manzambi-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&Aacute;lvarez's screamer a 'huge release' for Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[Juli&aacute;n &Aacute;lvarez said he felt a 'huge release of emotions' after he scored his first World Cup goal for Argentina to propel his team into the semifinals against England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/aacutelvarezs-screamer-a-huge-release-for-argentina/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 09:46:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/aacutelvarezs-screamer-a-huge-release-for-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pickford takes Shilton's WC appearance record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jordan Pickford has broken the record for most England World Cup appearances after featuring in Saturday's quarterfinal against Norway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/pickford-takes-shiltons-wc-appearance-record/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:46:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/pickford-takes-shiltons-wc-appearance-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, news as England, Argentina edge into semifinal via extra time - July 12]]></title><description><![CDATA[England will face Argentina in the 2026 World Cup semifinals as both teams found a way into the last four via extra time and you can read all the latest news on ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-england-argentina-edge-into-semifinal-via-extra-time-july-12/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:17:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-england-argentina-edge-into-semifinal-via-extra-time-july-12/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Norway boss fumes at 'clear' TV wire goal assist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norway boss Stale Solbakken has said he believes the overhead wires deserve an assist for England's equaliser.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/norway-boss-fumes-at-clear-tv-wire-goal-assist/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:17:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/norway-boss-fumes-at-clear-tv-wire-goal-assist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup VAR review: Embolo tears -- did the Swis...]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the tournament, we are taking a look at the major incidents to examine and explain the process in terms of both VAR protocol and the laws of the game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-var-review-embolo-tears-did-the-swis/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 07:45:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-var-review-embolo-tears-did-the-swis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham is dragging England towards histor...]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN's Tom Hamilton explains how Jude Bellingham has become the driving force behind England's World Cup run after answering Thomas Tuchel's challenge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jude-bellingham-is-dragging-england-towards-histor/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 07:45:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jude-bellingham-is-dragging-england-towards-histor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magic from Álvarez, not Messi, sees Argentina thro...]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 112th-minute winner to seal a spot in the World Cup semifinals? No, it wasn't Lionel Messi coming up with the goods, but the Albiceleste supporting cast -- who all stepped up after the Swiss defence muted the Argentina captain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/magic-from-lvarez-not-messi-sees-argentina-thro/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 07:15:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/magic-from-lvarez-not-messi-sees-argentina-thro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina 3-1 Switzerland: Martinez, Alvarez win i...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez scored in extra time as Argentina beat ten-man Switzerland 3-1.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-3-1-switzerland-martinez-alvarez-win-i/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 06:48:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-3-1-switzerland-martinez-alvarez-win-i/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Embolo red-carded for diving after VAR review]]></title><description><![CDATA[Switzerland forward Breel Embolo was sent off in the second half of a World Cup quarterfinal match with Argentina on Saturday night after a video review showed he was guilty of simulation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/embolo-red-carded-for-diving-after-var-review/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 06:19:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/embolo-red-carded-for-diving-after-var-review/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina survive again to book England semifinal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Juli&aacute;n &Aacute;lvarez sent defending champions Argentina into the World Cup semifinals with an extra-time goal against Switzerland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-survive-again-to-book-england-semifinal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 06:19:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-survive-again-to-book-england-semifinal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellingham backs England stars after Tuchel fury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham praised England's fighting spirit and ability to "win dirty" after coach Thomas Tuchel criticized their performance in beating Norway on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bellingham-backs-england-stars-after-tuchel-fury/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:17:08 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bellingham-backs-england-stars-after-tuchel-fury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellingham's big night eclipses anonymous Haaland ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham struck twice as England came from behind to beat Norway 2-1 in extra time and reach the World Cup semifinals amid sweltering Florida heat.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bellinghams-big-night-eclipses-anonymous-haaland-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 03:13:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bellinghams-big-night-eclipses-anonymous-haaland-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA denies ball hit wire in England's first goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[A goal kick appeared to clip a wire over the field shortly before England's Jude Bellingham scored the tying goal against Norway in the World Cup quarterfinals on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fifa-denies-ball-hit-wire-in-englands-first-goal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 02:43:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fifa-denies-ball-hit-wire-in-englands-first-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Norway 1-2 England (AET): Jude Bellingham delivers...]]></title><description><![CDATA[A brace from Jude Bellingham in the oppressive heat in Miami was enough to get England over the line against Norway and reach a World Cup semifinal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/norway-1-2-england-aet-jude-bellingham-delivers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 02:12:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/norway-1-2-england-aet-jude-bellingham-delivers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina vs. Switzerland LIVE: World Cup 2026 upd...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Follow along for live coverage from Argentina's FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Switzerland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-vs-switzerland-live-world-cup-2026-upd/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 01:43:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-vs-switzerland-live-world-cup-2026-upd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rattín, who inspired red cards, dies at age 89]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentine Antonio Ratt&iacute;n, a former Boca Juniors player whose act of defiance while representing Argentina at the 1966 World Cup helped lead to the introduction of yellow and red cards, has died at 89.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rattn-who-inspired-red-cards-dies-at-age-89/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 00:10:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rattn-who-inspired-red-cards-dies-at-age-89/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pickord takes Shilton's WC appearance record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jordan Pickford has broken the record for most England World Cup appearances after featuring in Saturday's quarterfinal against Norway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/pickord-takes-shiltons-wc-appearance-record/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:39:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/pickord-takes-shiltons-wc-appearance-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Henderson: Breaking arm 'not my finest hour']]></title><description><![CDATA[England midfielder Jordan Henderson joked it was "not my finest hour" after he suffered a broken arm while celebrating the World Cup round of 16 win over Mexico last weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/henderson-breaking-arm-not-my-finest-hour/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:39:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/henderson-breaking-arm-not-my-finest-hour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maldini, Leonardo hired for Italy team rebuild]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Italian football federation took another step Saturday toward a rebuild of their national team by hiring Paolo Maldini as technical director and former Brazil international and 1994 World Cup winner Leonardo as advisor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/maldini-leonardo-hired-for-italy-team-rebuild/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:03:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/maldini-leonardo-hired-for-italy-team-rebuild/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Madueke starts over Saka in QF vs. Norway...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England have made two changes and a further positional switch for their World Cup quarterfinal with Norway in Miami on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-madueke-starts-over-saka-in-qf-vs-norway/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 21:53:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-madueke-starts-over-saka-in-qf-vs-norway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Norway vs. England LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates as...]]></title><description><![CDATA[With expectations riding high at home, England take on Erling Haaland's Norway for a place in a World Cup semifinal -- follow live with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/norway-vs-england-live-world-cup-2026-updates-as/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 21:53:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/norway-vs-england-live-world-cup-2026-updates-as/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jayden Adams obituary: Star did Bafana Bafana proud at World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams rose above his humble beginnings in a 25-year life that defied all odds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jayden-adams-obituary-star-did-bafana-bafana-proud-at-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 20:35:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jayden-adams-obituary-star-did-bafana-bafana-proud-at-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Chelsea prioritise exit for Garnacho]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea are demanding &euro;50 million ($57m) for Alejandro Garnacho after the winger did not report back to the club for preseason training, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-chelsea-prioritise-exit-for-garnacho/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 19:45:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-chelsea-prioritise-exit-for-garnacho/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Klopp and Germany agree on 'key points' of deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[J&uuml;rgen Klopp has reached an agreement on the "key points" of a deal to become the new Germany head coach, the German football federation has said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/klopp-and-germany-agree-on-key-points-of-deal/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 19:45:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/klopp-and-germany-agree-on-key-points-of-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ken Bates: Outspoken owner of Chelsea and Leeds wh...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ken Bates was one of English football's most controversial characters.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ken-bates-outspoken-owner-of-chelsea-and-leeds-wh/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:55:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ken-bates-outspoken-owner-of-chelsea-and-leeds-wh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Africa's Adams, who played at WC, dies at 25...]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams has died aged 25, the South African Football Players Union has confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/south-africas-adams-who-played-at-wc-dies-at-25/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:34:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/south-africas-adams-who-played-at-wc-dies-at-25/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Chelsea chairman Ken Bates dies aged 94]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Chelsea chairman Ken Bates has died at the age of 94, the club announced on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/former-chelsea-chairman-ken-bates-dies-aged-94/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 15:57:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/former-chelsea-chairman-ken-bates-dies-aged-94/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, latest news as England prep for huge quarterfinal clash with Norway - July 11]]></title><description><![CDATA[As England prepare for their toughest test of the World Cup so far, follow all the latest updates across the day right here, with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-latest-news-as-england-prep-for-huge-quarterfinal-clash-with-norway-july-11/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:15:37 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-latest-news-as-england-prep-for-huge-quarterfinal-clash-with-norway-july-11/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Courtois backs Lammens after Belgium-Spain error]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thibaut Courtois has backed his Belgium teammate Senne Lammens to "get stronger from this" after the Manchester United goalkeeper made an error for Mikel Merino's winner in Belgium's 2-1 World Cup quarterfinal loss to Spain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/courtois-backs-lammens-after-belgium-spain-error/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:15:37 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/courtois-backs-lammens-after-belgium-spain-error/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City beat Arsenal to signing of teenager Monga]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have completed the signing of winger Jeremy Monga from Leicester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/city-beat-arsenal-to-signing-of-teenager-monga/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:15:37 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/city-beat-arsenal-to-signing-of-teenager-monga/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England's Kane: 'Surreal' to play golf with Trump]]></title><description><![CDATA[England captain Harry Kane has confirmed he played golf with U.S. President Donald Trump, describing it as a "pretty surreal experience."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/englands-kane-surreal-to-play-golf-with-trump/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 10:08:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/englands-kane-surreal-to-play-golf-with-trump/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, latest news as Merino strikes again to send Spain through - July 11]]></title><description><![CDATA[After Mikel Merino struck another late winner to send Spain through to the semifinals, follow all the latest news across the day right here with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-latest-news-as-merino-strikes-again-to-send-spain-through-july-11/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 09:15:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-latest-news-as-merino-strikes-again-to-send-spain-through-july-11/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[After storming the Azteca, England gear up to face...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's next stop in their World Cup quest has taken them to Miami, but will Harry Kane vs. Erling Haaland live up the billing?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/after-storming-the-azteca-england-gear-up-to-face/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 09:15:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/after-storming-the-azteca-england-gear-up-to-face/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scaloni leaves Argentina PK duties up to Messi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni confirmed that Lionel Messi retains full authority over whether he continues to take penalty kicks despite his recent World Cup struggles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/scaloni-leaves-argentina-pk-duties-up-to-messi/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:10:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/scaloni-leaves-argentina-pk-duties-up-to-messi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Romero says leaky Argentina defense 'bothers us']]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina defender Cristian Romero pointed out the ongoing defensive issues his team must fix to be successful in the quarterfinal match against Switzerland on Saturday at Arrowhead Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/romero-says-leaky-argentina-defense-bothers-us/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:21:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/romero-says-leaky-argentina-defense-bothers-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Spain's Yamal: France should fear us in semifinal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lamine Yamal says France should fear Spain as the two nations gear up for a heavyweight World Cup semifinal in Arlington, Texas, on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-spains-yamal-france-should-fear-us-in-semifinal/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:21:12 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+0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fifa-selling-world-cup-final-pitch-in-336-pieces/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain's Yamal: France should fear us in semifinal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lamine Yamal says France should fear Spain as the two nations gear up for a heavyweight World Cup semifinal in Arlington, Texas, on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spains-yamal-france-should-fear-us-in-semifinal/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 01:12:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spains-yamal-france-should-fear-us-in-semifinal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Norway scouting report: What can England expect in...]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN speaks to Norwegian journalist Thore Haugstad for the lowdown on England's quarterfinal opponents.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/norway-scouting-report-what-can-england-expect-in/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 01:12:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/norway-scouting-report-what-can-england-expect-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Merino: 'Surreal' to net Spain's WC winner again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain midfielder Mikel Merino came off the bench to score a late winning goal against Belgium, securing a 2-1 victory and advancing La Roja to the World Cup semifinals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/merino-surreal-to-net-spains-wc-winner-again/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 01:12:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/merino-surreal-to-net-spains-wc-winner-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A tale of two No. 10s: England's Bellingham, Norwa...]]></title><description><![CDATA[At first glance, Jude Bellingham and Martin &Oslash;degaard are vastly different. But both have been maligned and questioned recently yet are now on top form.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-tale-of-two-no-10s-englands-bellingham-norwa/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 01:12:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-tale-of-two-no-10s-englands-bellingham-norwa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain vs. Belgium player ratings as Mikel Merino u...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain turned to their super sub Mikel Merino once again as they triumphed over Belgium in the World Cup quarterfinals]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-vs-belgium-player-ratings-as-mikel-merino-u/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:21:32 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-vs-belgium-player-ratings-as-mikel-merino-u/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Merino sends Spain to the semis, but La Roja need ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[You'd think a team boasting Lamine Yamal would score goals for fun, but to beat Belgium, Spain needed midfielder Mikel Merino to net the winner.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/merino-sends-spain-to-the-semis-but-la-roja-need-/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:21:32 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/merino-sends-spain-to-the-semis-but-la-roja-need-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guéhi, Rice back in training ahead of Norway clash...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marc Gu&eacute;hi and Declan Rice handed England a fitness boost as they both trained ahead of the World Cup quarter-final with Norway in Miami.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/guhi-rice-back-in-training-ahead-of-norway-clash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:21:32 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ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-greenwood-could-opt-for-fener-or-atleti/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:25:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-greenwood-could-opt-for-fener-or-atleti/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belgium captain Tielemans injured in QF warmup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgium captain Youri Tielemans was a late scratch from Belgium's lineup for their World Cup quarterfinal match against Spain on Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/belgium-captain-tielemans-injured-in-qf-warmup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 21:56:18 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/belgium-captain-tielemans-injured-in-qf-warmup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Konsa: Bellingham - Haaland could be Messi - Ronal...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England defender Ezri Konsa believes Jude Bellingham and Erling Haaland could cement a Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi-like rivalry over the next two decades.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/konsa-bellingham-haaland-could-be-messi-ronal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 21:10:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/konsa-bellingham-haaland-could-be-messi-ronal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swiss coach: Manzambi out of Argentina QF]]></title><description><![CDATA[Switzerland head coach Murat Yakin confirmed that attacking midfielder Johan Manzambi won't be available for Saturday night's FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/swiss-coach-manzambi-out-of-argentina-qf/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:28:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/swiss-coach-manzambi-out-of-argentina-qf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Bar&ccedil;a near deal for Dortmund's Adeyemi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona are closing in on the signing of Karim Adeyemi after a breakthrough in negotiations with Borussia Dortmund, sources confirmed to ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-barccedila-near-deal-for-dortmunds-adeyemi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:28:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-barccedila-near-deal-for-dortmunds-adeyemi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Sources: Guéhi nursing injury before Norway clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marc Gu&eacute;hi has emerged as an injury concern ahead of England's World Cup quarterfinal against Norway after suffering a hamstring issue, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-sources-guhi-nursing-injury-before-norway-clash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:28:10 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ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-vs-belgium-live-world-cup-2026-updates-fro/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:38:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-vs-belgium-live-world-cup-2026-updates-fro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lukaku: Belgium need 'perfect game' to beat Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgium forward Romelu Lukaku said the Red Devils will need to "play the perfect game" to get past Spain in Friday's World Cup quarterfinal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/lukaku-belgium-need-perfect-game-to-beat-spain/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:38:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/lukaku-belgium-need-perfect-game-to-beat-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charles completes move to Man City from Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[England defender Niamh Charles has joined Women's Super League 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held.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/nobby-stiles-died-with-cte-court-hears/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:21:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/nobby-stiles-died-with-cte-court-hears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi, Mbappé, Kane: Why are so many players takin...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Messi, Mbapp&eacute; and Kane have all missed stuttering penalties at the World Cup. 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in 2017, citing talks on a private jet in the "most expensive non-transfer" the club were involved in.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/klopp-mbapp-liverpool-had-talks-on-private-jet/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:16:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/klopp-mbapp-liverpool-had-talks-on-private-jet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England's O'Reilly wary of Haaland mind games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nico O'Reilly has said that Erling Haaland is playing mind games by saying England are "clear favourites" to win their World Cup quarterfinal with Norway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/englands-oreilly-wary-of-haaland-mind-games/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:16:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/englands-oreilly-wary-of-haaland-mind-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 July 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[10 July 2026]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/10-july-2026/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/10-july-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pickford is about to break an England World Cup re...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jordan Pickford has been a mainstay as England goalkeeper for eight years. Somwhow, he has not yet won the trust of the country's supporters.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/pickford-is-about-to-break-an-england-world-cup-re/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:09:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/pickford-is-about-to-break-an-england-world-cup-re/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Instead of its biggest World Cup star, Pulisic was...]]></title><description><![CDATA[In his prime at a World Cup on home soil, this summer was Christian Pulisic's moment, but for a number of reasons, he failed to meet it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/instead-of-its-biggest-world-cup-star-pulisic-was/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:09:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/instead-of-its-biggest-world-cup-star-pulisic-was/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haaland is not just Norway's talisman, but also th...]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a different timeline, Haaland could have played for England, but the man has become the avatar for Norway and, in many ways, the World Cup as a whole. Can he launch them past England in the quarterfinals?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/haaland-is-not-just-norways-talisman-but-also-th/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:09:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/haaland-is-not-just-norways-talisman-but-also-th/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police called to incident at England media centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Football Association will review an incident at England's Kansas City media centre after a man walked in carrying a wrench.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/police-called-to-incident-at-england-media-centre/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:45:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/police-called-to-incident-at-england-media-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbapp&eacute; allays WC injury concern: 'I'm all good']]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbapp&eacute; has played down concerns over what he described as a "knock on his ankle" during France's 2-0 World Cup quarterfinal win over Morocco.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbappeacute-allays-wc-injury-concern-im-all-good/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 03:00:18 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbappeacute-allays-wc-injury-concern-im-all-good/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morocco vow return, can 'eliminate' France in '30]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi said his team will aim to "eliminate France in four years' time" after Les Bleus inflicted a second-successive World Cup defeat on the Atlas Lions to seal a semifinal clash against Spain or Belgium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/morocco-vow-return-can-eliminate-france-in-30/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 02:23:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/morocco-vow-return-can-eliminate-france-in-30/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbappé, France dispatch Morocco with latest lethal...]]></title><description><![CDATA[France are favorites to win the World Cup for many reasons -- the first being Kylian Mbapp&eacute;, perhaps the best player in the world right now.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbapp-france-dispatch-morocco-with-latest-lethal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 01:43:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbapp-france-dispatch-morocco-with-latest-lethal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbappé guides France past Morocco to WC semis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbapp&eacute; recovered from a missed penalty to score his 20th World Cup goal and help send France through to the semifinals with a 2-0 win over Morocco.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbapp-guides-france-past-morocco-to-wc-semis/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:58:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbapp-guides-france-past-morocco-to-wc-semis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France vs. Morocco player ratings as Kylian Mbappé...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here's how the France team rated as Les Bleus went one step closer to a third consecutive World Cup final in a 2-0 win over Morocco.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-vs-morocco-player-ratings-as-kylian-mbapp/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:58:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-vs-morocco-player-ratings-as-kylian-mbapp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saka: Quansah's 2-game ban 'very frustrating']]></title><description><![CDATA[England's Bukayo Saka has said Jarell Quansah's two-game World Cup ban is "very frustrating."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/saka-quansahs-2-game-ban-very-frustrating/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:38:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/saka-quansahs-2-game-ban-very-frustrating/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haaland says Norway's WC chances 'still really low...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norway striker Erling Haaland has said that his side's chances of winning the World Cup are "really low" -- and that all the pressure is on England ahead of their World Cup quarterfinal in Miami.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/haaland-says-norways-wc-chances-still-really-low/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:01:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/haaland-says-norways-wc-chances-still-really-low/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAN ANYONE STOP LES BLEUS? 🇫🇷]]></title><description><![CDATA[CAN ANYONE STOP LES BLEUS? 🇫🇷]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/can-anyone-stop-les-bleus-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/can-anyone-stop-les-bleus-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U.S. chief: Starmer's WC intervention 'egregious']]></title><description><![CDATA[Sir Keir Starmer's intervention on the Mexico v England kick-off time was "far more egregious" than United States President Donald Trump lobbying FIFA over Folarin Balogun's red card, the White House's top World Cup executive has said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/us-chief-starmers-wc-intervention-egregious/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:39:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/us-chief-starmers-wc-intervention-egregious/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France vs. Morocco LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates as...]]></title><description><![CDATA[France take on Morocco in the first of the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals and you can follow all of the action from Boston on ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-vs-morocco-live-world-cup-2026-updates-as/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:39:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-vs-morocco-live-world-cup-2026-updates-as/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eriksen to rehab in Denmark after collapse]]></title><description><![CDATA[German club VfL Wolfsburg said Denmark star Christian Eriksen will start an individual rehabilitation program in his native country after another on-field collapse last month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/eriksen-to-rehab-in-denmark-after-collapse/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:28:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/eriksen-to-rehab-in-denmark-after-collapse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England's Quansah gets 2-game ban for Ro16 red]]></title><description><![CDATA[England full-back Jarell Quansah has been suspended for two matches after receiving a red card in his side's World Cup round-of-16 win over Mexico.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/englands-quansah-gets-2-game-ban-for-ro16-red/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:28:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/englands-quansah-gets-2-game-ban-for-ro16-red/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[축구가 내 삶의 전부일 때 | 49번째 팀]]></title><description><![CDATA[축구가 내 삶의 전부일 때 | 49번째 팀]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/-49--2/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/-49--2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Football Means Everything | The 49th Team]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Football Means Everything | The 49th Team]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/when-football-means-everything-the-49th-team/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/when-football-means-everything-the-49th-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Jorge Jesus to become Portugal head coach...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jorge Jesus has reached an agreement with Portugal's Football Federation (FPF) to become the next head coach of the national team, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-jorge-jesus-to-become-portugal-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:33:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-jorge-jesus-to-become-portugal-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain's Luis De la Fuente excited for Yamal 2.0]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has told ESPN an "improved" Lamine Yamal is ready to deliver as La Roja gear up for Friday's World Cup quarterfinal against Belgium in Los Angeles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spains-luis-de-la-fuente-excited-for-yamal-20/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:55:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spains-luis-de-la-fuente-excited-for-yamal-20/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle sign 18-year-old Steur from Ajax]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle have signed 18-year-old midfielder Sean Stuer from Ajax on a five-year deal, the club have announced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/newcastle-sign-18-year-old-steur-from-ajax/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:55:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/newcastle-sign-18-year-old-steur-from-ajax/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dimi God Forever | Mohun Bagan Super Giant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dimi God Forever | Mohun Bagan Super Giant]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/dimi-god-forever-mohun-bagan-super-giant/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/dimi-god-forever-mohun-bagan-super-giant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haaland after making QF: Time for Rooney to row]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland has said he is waiting to see Wayne Rooney fulfill his promise of rowing down the River Mersey after Norway reached the quarterfinals of the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/haaland-after-making-qf-time-for-rooney-to-row/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:10:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/haaland-after-making-qf-time-for-rooney-to-row/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, latest news ah...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Cup returns tonight with our first quarterfinal between France and Morocco. Follow all the buildup right here, with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-latest-news-ah/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:10:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-latest-news-ah/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Putellas: Joining LCL allows me to reinvent myself...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alexia Putellas has said joining London City Lionesses presented the "biggest challenge" for her career moving forward.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/putellas-joining-lcl-allows-me-to-reinvent-myself/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:33:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/putellas-joining-lcl-allows-me-to-reinvent-myself/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Not every goodbye is the end. Some become part of a legacy. 💚♥️ To us, you’ll always be Dimi God. 🙏]]></title><description><![CDATA[Not every goodbye is the end. Some become part of a legacy. 💚♥️ To us, you’ll always be Dimi God. 🙏]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/not-every-goodbye-is-the-end-some-become-part-of-a-legacy-to-us-youll-always-be-dimi-god-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/not-every-goodbye-is-the-end-some-become-part-of-a-legacy-to-us-youll-always-be-dimi-god-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Source: Bar&ccedil;a bid for Dortmund's Karim Adeyemi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona have made an offer for Borussia Dortmund's Karim Adeyemi as they continue to build their attack for next season, a source told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/source-barccedila-bid-for-dortmunds-karim-adeyemi/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:37:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/source-barccedila-bid-for-dortmunds-karim-adeyemi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burn 'more than ready' for battle with Haaland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dan Burn has said he believes England must be far better than they were against Mexico to beat Norway and would relish the challenge of keeping Erling Haaland quiet.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/burn-more-than-ready-for-battle-with-haaland/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:37:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/burn-more-than-ready-for-battle-with-haaland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yamal: 'Incredible' to see Messi star at World Cup...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain winger Lamine Yamal has said he is thrilled to see Lionel Messi defy time and continue to have a starring role at this World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/yamal-incredible-to-see-messi-star-at-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:57:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/yamal-incredible-to-see-messi-star-at-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Starmer hints at bank hol if England win World Cup...]]></title><description><![CDATA[An England World Cup win could mean an extra bank holiday, Sir Keir Starmer has hinted ahead of a quarterfinal clash with Norway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/starmer-hints-at-bank-hol-if-england-win-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:57:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/starmer-hints-at-bank-hol-if-england-win-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man United reveal location of new stadium]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United have confirmed the location for their proposed 100,000-seater stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/man-united-reveal-location-of-new-stadium/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:57:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/man-united-reveal-location-of-new-stadium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal, Spurs to battle ov...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norway's RB Leipzig winger Antonio Nusa is a target for North London rivals Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur. Transfer Talk has the latest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-arsenal-spurs-to-battle-ov/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:40:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-arsenal-spurs-to-battle-ov/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morocco's evolution transforms the dynamic of Fran...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morocco are determined to stand up to tournament favourites France as equals, rather than underdogs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/moroccos-evolution-transforms-the-dynamic-of-fran/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:40:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/moroccos-evolution-transforms-the-dynamic-of-fran/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France unfazed by Argentine refs vs. Morocco]]></title><description><![CDATA[France head coach Didier Deschamps has played down the appointment of Argentinian officials for their World Cup quarterfinal against Morocco on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-unfazed-by-argentine-refs-vs-morocco/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:40:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-unfazed-by-argentine-refs-vs-morocco/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Courtois: Underdog Belgium can topple Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is looking forward to facing Spain for the first time in his career in an official match during Friday's World Cup quarterfinal at SoFi Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/courtois-underdog-belgium-can-topple-spain/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:40:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/courtois-underdog-belgium-can-topple-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Collina defends Egypt-Argentina World Cup referee]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA's referees' chief Pierluigi Collina has defended officials at the World Cup after Egypt claimed "serious" mistakes had been made by the referee in their round-of-16 loss to Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/collina-defends-egypt-argentina-world-cup-referee/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:59:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/collina-defends-egypt-argentina-world-cup-referee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, latest news ahead of France quarterfinal clash with Morocco - July 9]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Cup returns back tonight with our first quarterfinal between France and Morocco. Follow all the buildup right here, with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-latest-news-ahead-of-france-quarterfinal-clash-with-morocco-july-9/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:41:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-latest-news-ahead-of-france-quarterfinal-clash-with-morocco-july-9/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Could AFCON final villain Diaz complete Moroccan r...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Has there ever been a player whose entire international career has been in danger of being defined by one kick as Brahim Diaz?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/could-afcon-final-villain-diaz-complete-moroccan-r/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:41:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/could-afcon-final-villain-diaz-complete-moroccan-r/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[After rejecting France, Ayyoub Bouaddi can end the...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ayyoub Bouaddi chose Morocco over France to ensure he'd play at the 2026 World Cup. Now the two teams collide in a 2022 semifinal rematch.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/after-rejecting-france-ayyoub-bouaddi-can-end-the/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:41:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/after-rejecting-france-ayyoub-bouaddi-can-end-the/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morocco star Saibari to miss France quarterfinal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morocco will be without star forward Ismael Saibari for their World Cup quarterfinal with France on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/morocco-star-saibari-to-miss-france-quarterfinal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 02:34:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/morocco-star-saibari-to-miss-france-quarterfinal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Tchouaméni agrees new Real Madrid deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid midfielder Aur&eacute;lien Tchouam&eacute;ni has agreed a new contract to tie him to the Spanish giants until 2031, sources confirmed to ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-tchouamni-agrees-new-real-madrid-deal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 01:52:31 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-tchouamni-agrees-new-real-madrid-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Arsenal to step up Guimarães interest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are set to step up their interest in Bruno Guimar&atilde;es after receiving encouragement that the midfielder wants to join them but agreeing a fee with Newcastle remains a significant stumbling block, sources told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-arsenal-to-step-up-guimares-interest/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 01:52:31 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-arsenal-to-step-up-guimares-interest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City confirm appointment of Maresca's staff]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have confirmed the coaching staff set to join Enzo Maresca at the Etihad Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/man-city-confirm-appointment-of-marescas-staff/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 01:52:31 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/man-city-confirm-appointment-of-marescas-staff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deschamps unfazed by Argentinian refs in WCup QF]]></title><description><![CDATA[France head coach Didier Deschamps has played down the appointment of Argentinian officials for their World Cup quarterfinal against Morocco on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/deschamps-unfazed-by-argentinian-refs-in-wcup-qf/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 01:52:31 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/deschamps-unfazed-by-argentinian-refs-in-wcup-qf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rogers: England must plan for 'deadly' Haaland]]></title><description><![CDATA[null]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rogers-england-must-plan-for-deadly-haaland/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:54:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rogers-england-must-plan-for-deadly-haaland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Justin Bieber joins World Cup final halftime show]]></title><description><![CDATA[Justin Bieber will bring his swag to the World Cup's star-studded, Super Bowl-style halftime show, joining fellow headliners Madonna, Shakira and BTS, FIFA announced Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/justin-bieber-joins-world-cup-final-halftime-show/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:54:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/justin-bieber-joins-world-cup-final-halftime-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&Oslash;degaard: Brazil upset gives Norway 'belief']]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin &Oslash;degaard has said that "underdogs" Norway are ready for their "big test" against England in Saturday's World Cup quarterfinal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/oslashdegaard-brazil-upset-gives-norway-belief/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:10:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/oslashdegaard-brazil-upset-gives-norway-belief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quenda completes move from Lisbon to Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea have signed teenager Geovany Quenda from Sporting Lisbon on a contract until 2034.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/quenda-completes-move-from-lisbon-to-chelsea/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:47:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/quenda-completes-move-from-lisbon-to-chelsea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina Need to Improve According to José 👀]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina Need to Improve According to José 👀]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-need-to-improve-according-to-jos-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-need-to-improve-according-to-jos-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WHAT. A. GAME. 🍿]]></title><description><![CDATA[WHAT. A. GAME. 🍿]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/what-a-game-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/what-a-game-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Utd, Chelsea agree £50m deal for Santos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United have agreed a deal with Chelsea for midfielder Andrey Santos, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-utd-chelsea-agree-50m-deal-for-santos/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:14:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-utd-chelsea-agree-50m-deal-for-santos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ruben Amorim: I made mistakes with Man United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ruben Amorim has admitted to making mistakes during his time as Manchester United boss but said he learned a lot during his time at Old Trafford.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ruben-amorim-i-made-mistakes-with-man-united/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:14:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ruben-amorim-i-made-mistakes-with-man-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[James, Guéhi and Rice miss England training]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reece James, Marc Gu&eacute;hi and Declan Rice missed England team training on Wednesday in Kansas ahead of Saturday's World Cup quarterfinal with Norway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/james-guhi-and-rice-miss-england-training/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:14:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/james-guhi-and-rice-miss-england-training/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[After 27 days of FIFA World Cup™ games, we have NONE 😢]]></title><description><![CDATA[After 27 days of FIFA World Cup™ games, we have NONE 😢]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/after-27-days-of-fifa-world-cup-games-we-have-none-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/after-27-days-of-fifa-world-cup-games-we-have-none-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jordan Henderson undergoes surgery on broken arm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jordan Henderson has undergone surgery on his arm in Kansas after breaking it in the celebrations following England's 3-2 win over Mexico on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jordan-henderson-undergoes-surgery-on-broken-arm/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:57:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jordan-henderson-undergoes-surgery-on-broken-arm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deschamps: FIFA reject appeal of Olise's yellow]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA have dismissed an appeal made by the French Football Federation [FFF] to rescind Michael Olise's yellow card against Paraguay]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/deschamps-fifa-reject-appeal-of-olises-yellow/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:57:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/deschamps-fifa-reject-appeal-of-olises-yellow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sheff United knew Cusack had issues with coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sheffield United bosses knew midfielder Maddy Cusack had issues with her former coach before they hired him to manage the women's team, an inquest has heard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sheff-united-knew-cusack-had-issues-with-coach/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:22:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sheff-united-knew-cusack-had-issues-with-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2x Ballon d'Or winner Putellas joins London City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two-time Ballon d'Or winner and former Barcelona star Alexia Putellas has joined London City Lionesses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/2x-ballon-dor-winner-putellas-joins-london-city/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:22:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/2x-ballon-dor-winner-putellas-joins-london-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yellow card watch: Who is on a tightrope in WC QFs...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Cup quarterfinals are here, but which players are one yellow card away from suspension in the semifinals?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/yellow-card-watch-who-is-on-a-tightrope-in-wc-qfs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:37:36 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/yellow-card-watch-who-is-on-a-tightrope-in-wc-qfs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dalić steps down as Croatia boss after WC exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Croatia boss Zlatko Dali&#263; has stepped down following the nation's World Cup exit, the Croatian Football Federation has announced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/dali-steps-down-as-croatia-boss-after-wc-exit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:37:36 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/dali-steps-down-as-croatia-boss-after-wc-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Xhaka to stay at Sunderland, ends Chelsea talk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Granit Xhaka has confirmed his intention to stay with Sunderland following recent speculation linking him with a move to Chelsea.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/xhaka-to-stay-at-sunderland-ends-chelsea-talk/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:53:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/xhaka-to-stay-at-sunderland-ends-chelsea-talk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Portugal eye Jorge Jesus as new head coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portugal's Football Federation hope to announce Roberto Martinez's successor by the end of the week, with veteran coach Jorge Jesus the leading candidate to take over the national team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/portugal-eye-jorge-jesus-as-new-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:53:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/portugal-eye-jorge-jesus-as-new-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Egypt FA: Can't remain silent on Argentina match]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Egyptian FA has said it "cannot remain silent regarding the refereeing decisions" following their round of 16 loss to Argentina at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/egypt-fa-cant-remain-silent-on-argentina-match/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:53:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/egypt-fa-cant-remain-silent-on-argentina-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Let's face it: The USMNT's coach doesn't matter --...]]></title><description><![CDATA[U.S. fans expected more out of the USMNT's expensive, famous coach at the World Cup, but there was one problem: the players.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-lets-face-it-the-usmnts-coach-doesnt-matter-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:38:18 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-lets-face-it-the-usmnts-coach-doesnt-matter-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rivaldo praises Messi despite Argentina rivalry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Brazil great Rivaldo set aside his country's fierce football rivalry with Argentina to praise Lionel Messi's standout performance against Egypt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rivaldo-praises-messi-despite-argentina-rivalry/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:50:42 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rivaldo-praises-messi-despite-argentina-rivalry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Xhaka to stay at Sunderland, ends Chelsea move tal...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Granit Xhaka has confirmed his intention to stay with Sunderland following recent speculation linking him with a move to Chelsea.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/xhaka-to-stay-at-sunderland-ends-chelsea-move-tal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:11:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/xhaka-to-stay-at-sunderland-ends-chelsea-move-tal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet your World Cup quarterfinalists! How they got here, top players, best moments, predictions, odds]]></title><description><![CDATA[And then there were eight. Four weeks after the World Cup began, the quarterfinals start on Thursday with each team three wins away from lifting the trophy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/meet-your-world-cup-quarterfinalists-how-they-got-here-top-players-best-moments-predictions-odds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:11:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/meet-your-world-cup-quarterfinalists-how-they-got-here-top-players-best-moments-predictions-odds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guimarães breaks silence on Norway penalty miss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil's Bruno Guimar&atilde;es has opened up about the psychological toll of missing a penalty at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/guimares-breaks-silence-on-norway-penalty-miss/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:11:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/guimares-breaks-silence-on-norway-penalty-miss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gordon: England 'best group I've been part of']]></title><description><![CDATA[Anthony Gordon is loving life at the World Cup and says the current England squad is "the best group I have been a part of by a country mile."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/gordon-england-best-group-ive-been-part-of/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:11:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/gordon-england-best-group-ive-been-part-of/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The eight most important players of the World Cup ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Cup field has been whittled down to eight teams, and individual superstars are more influential at this point in the tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-eight-most-important-players-of-the-world-cup-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:50:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-eight-most-important-players-of-the-world-cup-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal complete signing of Switzerland's Reuteler...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal have announced the signing of Switzerland international G&eacute;raldine Reuteler.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/arsenal-complete-signing-of-switzerlands-reuteler/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:50:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/arsenal-complete-signing-of-switzerlands-reuteler/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transfer rumors, news: PSG, Spurs, Chelsea eye USM...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paris Saint-Germain, Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea are vying for the signature of USMNT and Monaco striker Folarin Balogun. Transfer Talk has the latest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-psg-spurs-chelsea-eye-usm/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:58:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-psg-spurs-chelsea-eye-usm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 8 most important players of the World Cup quar...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Cup field has been whittled down to eight teams, and individual superstars are more influential at this point in the tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-8-most-important-players-of-the-world-cup-quar/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:12:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-8-most-important-players-of-the-world-cup-quar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi: Goal celeb 'huge release' after missed pen]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lautaro Martinez told a visibly emotional Lionel Messi to enjoy the moment following Argentina's 3-2 triumph over Egypt on Tuesday to qualify for the quarterfinals of the FIFA World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-goal-celeb-huge-release-after-missed-pen/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:20:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-goal-celeb-huge-release-after-missed-pen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EU lawmakers eye investigating FIFA's Infantino]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dozens of European lawmakers are gathering support to launch an investigation in the European Parliament of FIFA boss Gianni Infantino over his involvement in the decision to permit U.S. striker Folarin Balogun to play despite an earlier red card.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/eu-lawmakers-eye-investigating-fifas-infantino/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:20:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/eu-lawmakers-eye-investigating-fifas-infantino/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Messi, Argentina complete epic comeback to reach W...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina left it until late again to muscle their way past Egypt in a game that had everything: VAR drama, magic from Lionel Messi, underdog brilliance and more unforgettable moments.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-messi-argentina-complete-epic-comeback-to-reach-w/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:20:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-messi-argentina-complete-epic-comeback-to-reach-w/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ahead of Argentina test, Switzerland will look to ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Switzerland continue to write World Cup history after eliminating Colombia and will aim for another memorable achievement against Argentina in the quarterfinals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ahead-of-argentina-test-switzerland-will-look-to-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 04:08:20 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ahead-of-argentina-test-switzerland-will-look-to-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swiss overcome penalty 'curse' to oust Colombia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Switzerland manager Murat Yakin expressed his delight at breaking the country's penalty "curse" after beating Colombia in a shootout Tuesday to reach the quarterfinals of the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/swiss-overcome-penalty-curse-to-oust-colombia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 03:22:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/swiss-overcome-penalty-curse-to-oust-colombia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: Prem clubs' pre-tax losses up over 600%]]></title><description><![CDATA[The combined pre-tax losses of Premier League clubs climbed over 600% in the space of one year, according to a new report.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/report-prem-clubs-pre-tax-losses-up-over-600/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 02:38:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/report-prem-clubs-pre-tax-losses-up-over-600/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where would Argentina be if not for Messi? On a fl...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina's unbelievable comeback win over Egypt on Tuesday was all down to Lionel Messi, who is seemingly dragging his team to another final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/where-would-argentina-be-if-not-for-messi-on-a-fl/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 01:55:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/where-would-argentina-be-if-not-for-messi-on-a-fl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VAR review: Were Egypt unfairly denied a pivotal g...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mostafa Ziko thought he had put his team up 2-0, but the video assistant intervened. Was it the correct call?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/var-review-were-egypt-unfairly-denied-a-pivotal-g/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 01:55:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/var-review-were-egypt-unfairly-denied-a-pivotal-g/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swiss beat Colombia in shootout, Argentina next]]></title><description><![CDATA[Switzerland beat Colombia 4-3 in a penalty shootout in Vancouver on Tuesday to reach the quarterfinals of the World Cup for the first time since 1954.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/swiss-beat-colombia-in-shootout-argentina-next/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 01:55:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/swiss-beat-colombia-in-shootout-argentina-next/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi, Argentina complete epic comeback to reach W...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina left it until late again to muscle their way past Egypt in a game that had everything: VAR drama, magic from Lionel Messi, underdog brilliance and more unforgettable moments.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-argentina-complete-epic-comeback-to-reach-w/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 01:55:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-argentina-complete-epic-comeback-to-reach-w/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Henderson 'proud' of 'special' England at WC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jordan Henderson spoke of his pride at being part of a "special" England team as the injured midfielder reflected on an unforgettable night that ended in a Mexican hospital.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/henderson-proud-of-special-england-at-wc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:23:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/henderson-proud-of-special-england-at-wc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi, Argentina complete epic comeback vs. Egypt,...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina left it until late again to muscle their way past Egypt in a game that had everything: VAR drama, Messi magic, underdog brilliance and another unforgettable World Cup moment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-argentina-complete-epic-comeback-vs-egypt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 22:52:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-argentina-complete-epic-comeback-vs-egypt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bad habits? Ed Sheeran backs England for WC final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ed Sheeran has said England are on their way to World Cup glory having played a secret gig at their Kansas City base.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bad-habits-ed-sheeran-backs-england-for-wc-final/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 22:52:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bad-habits-ed-sheeran-backs-england-for-wc-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&quot;You Cannot Change That Decision...&quot; 🤫]]></title><description><![CDATA[&quot;You Cannot Change That Decision...&quot; 🤫]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/quotyou-cannot-change-that-decisionquot-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 22:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/quotyou-cannot-change-that-decisionquot-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Egypt bemoan 'injustice' after Argentina defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hossam Hassan said Egypt were the victim of an "injustice" in their 3-2 World Cup defeat against Argentina due to FIFA "wanting Lionel Messi to stay in the running."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/egypt-bemoan-injustice-after-argentina-defeat/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 22:08:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/egypt-bemoan-injustice-after-argentina-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo's World Cup Dream is Over 🇵🇹]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ronaldo's World Cup Dream is Over 🇵🇹]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ronaldos-world-cup-dream-is-over-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ronaldos-world-cup-dream-is-over-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Switzerland vs Colombia LIVE: Updates from 2026 Wo...]]></title><description><![CDATA[null]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/switzerland-vs-colombia-live-updates-from-2026-wo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:25:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/switzerland-vs-colombia-live-updates-from-2026-wo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[So, Ronaldo's World Cup era is over. Where did eac...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo said this would be his last World Cup, and after losing to Spain on Monday night, this chapter of his incredible career is now closed. Let's look back to see where each campaign went wrong.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/so-ronaldos-world-cup-era-is-over-where-did-eac/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:25:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/so-ronaldos-world-cup-era-is-over-where-did-eac/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi saves Argentina in historic rally past Egypt...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi scored in a record sixth straight World Cup knockout match to help Argentina reach the quarterfinals after a stunning late comeback to beat Egypt 3-2 in Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-saves-argentina-in-historic-rally-past-egypt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:25:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-saves-argentina-in-historic-rally-past-egypt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA investigate alleged racism to IShowSpeed]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA have launched an investigation for an alleged incident of racist abuse involving YouTuber IShowSpeed and a supporter during Argentina's 3-2 win over Cape Verdein the World Cup on Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fifa-investigate-alleged-racism-to-ishowspeed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:25:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fifa-investigate-alleged-racism-to-ishowspeed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belgium's Onana out of WC with ACL injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgium midfielder Amadou Onana has been ruled out of the World Cup after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury, the Red Devils have confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/belgiums-onana-out-of-wc-with-acl-injury/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:25:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/belgiums-onana-out-of-wc-with-acl-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal have failed to make it past the round of 16 against Spain 😬]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal have failed to make it past the round of 16 against Spain 😬]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/cristiano-ronaldo-and-portugal-have-failed-to-make-it-past-the-round-of-16-against-spain-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/cristiano-ronaldo-and-portugal-have-failed-to-make-it-past-the-round-of-16-against-spain-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup VAR review: Were Egypt unfairly denied a...]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the tournament, we are taking a look at the major incidents to examine and explain the process in terms of both VAR protocol and the laws of the game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-var-review-were-egypt-unfairly-denied-a/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:40:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-var-review-were-egypt-unfairly-denied-a/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi saves Argentina in dramatic win over Egypt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi scored in a record sixth-straight World Cup knockout match to help Argentina reach the quarterfinals after a stunning late comeback to beat Egypt 3-2 in Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-saves-argentina-in-dramatic-win-over-egypt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:40:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-saves-argentina-in-dramatic-win-over-egypt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alexis Mac Alister doesn't need to say a lot about Lionel Messi 🤷‍♂️]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alexis Mac Alister doesn't need to say a lot about Lionel Messi 🤷‍♂️]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/alexis-mac-alister-doesnt-need-to-say-a-lot-about-lionel-messi-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/alexis-mac-alister-doesnt-need-to-say-a-lot-about-lionel-messi-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belgium say beating U.S. 'justice' after ban U-tur...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgium midfielder Nicolas Raskin said "there's always justice somewhere in life" after beating a U.S. team controversially featuring Folarin Balogun,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/belgium-say-beating-us-justice-after-ban-u-tur/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:21:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/belgium-say-beating-us-justice-after-ban-u-tur/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Overturn this': Belgium troll U.S. after dominant...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgium defeated the USMNT 4-1 in the 2026 World Cup round-of-16 match Monday night -- and poked fun at the U.S. afterward.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/overturn-this-belgium-troll-us-after-dominant/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:57:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/overturn-this-belgium-troll-us-after-dominant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina vs. Egypt LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates a...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina and Egypt go head-to-head in Atlanta for a place in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, and you can follow the action live with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-vs-egypt-live-world-cup-2026-updates-a/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:57:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-vs-egypt-live-world-cup-2026-updates-a/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lineker: U.S. should've left Balogun out vs. Belgi...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gary Lineker believes the United States should have left Folarin Balogun out of their team to face Belgium in the World Cup last 16 even after the controversial decision to suspend his one-match ban.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/lineker-us-shouldve-left-balogun-out-vs-belgi/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:16:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/lineker-us-shouldve-left-balogun-out-vs-belgi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Balogun confirms no involvement in ban U-turn]]></title><description><![CDATA[Folarin Balogun accepts the decision to clear him to play for the United States against Belgium on Monday was "controversial" but insisted he played no part in the process.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/balogun-confirms-no-involvement-in-ban-u-turn/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:11:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/balogun-confirms-no-involvement-in-ban-u-turn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A goal in EVERY single World Cup knockout match … is that possible? 🤔]]></title><description><![CDATA[A goal in EVERY single World Cup knockout match … is that possible? 🤔]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-goal-in-every-single-world-cup-knockout-match-is-that-possible-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-goal-in-every-single-world-cup-knockout-match-is-that-possible-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rooney: Portugal squad not behind Ronaldo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England striker Wayne Rooney has suggested Portugal players don't enjoy playing alongside Cristiano Ronaldo in the way Argentina players do with Lionel Messi.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rooney-portugal-squad-not-behind-ronaldo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:31:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rooney-portugal-squad-not-behind-ronaldo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thank You Phurba 🩵]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thank You Phurba 🩵]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/thank-you-phurba-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/thank-you-phurba-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neymar's father: 'Son, keep playing, find joy']]></title><description><![CDATA[Neymar's father has urged his son to "keep playing football" and "delight people once again," following Brazil's World Cup exit to Norway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/neymars-father-son-keep-playing-find-joy/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:11:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/neymars-father-son-keep-playing-find-joy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Liam Rosenior named new Paris FC head coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior has been named as the new head coach of Ligue 1 side Paris FC.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/liam-rosenior-named-new-paris-fc-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:11:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/liam-rosenior-named-new-paris-fc-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pochettino 'disappointed' politics overshadowed WC...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mauricio Pochettino as admitted his disappointment at the "politics and manipulation" which overshadowed the United States' World Cup exit following President Donald Trump's intervention.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/pochettino-disappointed-politics-overshadowed-wc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:34:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/pochettino-disappointed-politics-overshadowed-wc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fernandes: Portugal had quality to win World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portugal will look back at this World Cup as a "missed opportunity," Bruno Fernandes has said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fernandes-portugal-had-quality-to-win-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:34:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fernandes-portugal-had-quality-to-win-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USMNT will look back at 2026 World Cup as a missed...]]></title><description><![CDATA[It all broke right for the U.S. this tournament: the draw, the injuries, the decisions. And yet America is once again coming to terms with a round-of-16 exit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/usmnt-will-look-back-at-2026-world-cup-as-a-missed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:46:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/usmnt-will-look-back-at-2026-world-cup-as-a-missed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USMNT shrugs off Balogun noise in WCup exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The U.S. men's national team crashed out of the World Cup on Tuesday in a 4-1 loss to Belgium, but players denied that the whirlwind surrounding Folarin Balogun's reversed suspension was a distraction.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/usmnt-shrugs-off-balogun-noise-in-wcup-exit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:01:17 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/usmnt-shrugs-off-balogun-noise-in-wcup-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool ahead of Man Unit...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool have made contact over a move for Mexico wonderkid Gilberto Mora. Transfer Talk has the latest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-liverpool-ahead-of-man-unit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:01:17 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-liverpool-ahead-of-man-unit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neymar was Ancelotti's gamble at the World Cup, an...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carlo Ancelotti calling up Neymar to Brazil's World Cup squad was always a risk, and it backfired badly when they got eliminated to Norway in the round of 16.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/neymar-was-ancelottis-gamble-at-the-world-cup-an/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:01:17 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/neymar-was-ancelottis-gamble-at-the-world-cup-an/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[London City are set to sign 'Queen' Putellas. Is t...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alexia Putellas' arrival at London City Lionesses is a monumental moment for the club and the WSL, but will it work?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/london-city-are-set-to-sign-queen-putellas-is-t/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:01:17 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/london-city-are-set-to-sign-queen-putellas-is-t/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane: England must 'calm down' after Mexico win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harry Kane said England will have to "calm down" after their emotionally draining win over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-england-must-calm-down-after-mexico-win/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:01:17 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-england-must-calm-down-after-mexico-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, news as Belgiu...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United States were soundly beaten 4-1 by Belgium, while Spain left it late to beat Portugal and you can follow all of the latest news on ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-belgiu/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:01:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-belgiu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Míchel Zabaco reflects on his journey | Full farewell Interview | NorthEast United FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Míchel Zabaco reflects on his journey | Full farewell Interview | NorthEast United FC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mchel-zabaco-reflects-on-his-journey-full-farewell-interview-northeast-united-fc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mchel-zabaco-reflects-on-his-journey-full-farewell-interview-northeast-united-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Everything adds up 🔥👊]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everything adds up 🔥👊]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/everything-adds-up-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/everything-adds-up-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who's to blame for USMNT's World Cup exit? Rating ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[This USMNT was supposed to be special, but terrible performances throughout the U.S. roster led to a bitter World Cup exit in the round of 16.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/whos-to-blame-for-usmnts-world-cup-exit-rating-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:33:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/whos-to-blame-for-usmnts-world-cup-exit-rating-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swiss fear for fitness of breakout star Manzambi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Johan Manzambi, the breakout star for Switzerland at the World Cup, left training early on Monday ahead of Tuesday's round of 16 match against Colombia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/swiss-fear-for-fitness-of-breakout-star-manzambi/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:33:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/swiss-fear-for-fitness-of-breakout-star-manzambi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scaloni: 'No truly dominant team' at World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni said the 2026 World Cup is presenting a strong challenge for the tournament favorites, who are struggling to overcome lower-ranked opponents]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/scaloni-no-truly-dominant-team-at-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:33:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/scaloni-no-truly-dominant-team-at-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belgium handed USA a World Cup reality check -- an...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United States' World Cup dream went up in smoke on Monday, comprehensively dismantled 4-1 by Belgium in a display that will linger long in the memory.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/belgium-handed-usa-a-world-cup-reality-check-an/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:33:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/belgium-handed-usa-a-world-cup-reality-check-an/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USMNT's World Cup dream crushed by Belgium]]></title><description><![CDATA[Even with Folarin Balogun back up front, the United States men's national team crashed out of the World Cup in the round of 16 once again.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/usmnts-world-cup-dream-crushed-by-belgium/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 04:56:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/usmnts-world-cup-dream-crushed-by-belgium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USMNT player ratings: Awful performances from Puli...]]></title><description><![CDATA[This USMNT was supposed to be special, but terrible performances throughout the U.S. roster led to a bitter World Cup exit in the round of 16.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/usmnt-player-ratings-awful-performances-from-puli/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 04:56:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/usmnt-player-ratings-awful-performances-from-puli/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo's World Cup career ends with a whimper as ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain's late winner knocked out Portugal and closed the book on Cristiano Ronaldo's time on the world's biggest stage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ronaldos-world-cup-career-ends-with-a-whimper-as-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 01:40:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ronaldos-world-cup-career-ends-with-a-whimper-as-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martinez steps down, says Portugal 'didn't fail']]></title><description><![CDATA[Roberto Martinez confirmed that he is leaving his job as Portugal coach after Monday's 1-0 World Cup round-of-16 defeat to Spain, while denying that the result was "a failure."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/martinez-steps-down-says-portugal-didnt-fail/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 01:40:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/martinez-steps-down-says-portugal-didnt-fail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USA vs. Belgium LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates as Ba...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Follow along for live updates from USA vs Belgium at the 20267 FIFA World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/usa-vs-belgium-live-world-cup-2026-updates-as-ba/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 01:02:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/usa-vs-belgium-live-world-cup-2026-updates-as-ba/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: France appeal Olise yellow card to FIFA]]></title><description><![CDATA[France's football federation has appealed to FIFA to get the yellow card shown to Michael Olise during the team's win over Paraguay rescinded, sources told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-france-appeal-olise-yellow-card-to-fifa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 01:02:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-france-appeal-olise-yellow-card-to-fifa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo exits in tears as Spain end final World Cu...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo exited his final World Cup in tears as Portugal were eliminated by Spain in the round of 16 in Arlington, Texas, on Monday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ronaldo-exits-in-tears-as-spain-end-final-world-cu/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:23:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ronaldo-exits-in-tears-as-spain-end-final-world-cu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain beat Portugal, reach first quarterfinal sinc...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mikel Merino scored a late goal to send Spain past Portugal in the round of 16 on Monday and into a FIFA World Cup quarterfinal for the first time since they won it all in 2010.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-beat-portugal-reach-first-quarterfinal-sinc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:43:08 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-beat-portugal-reach-first-quarterfinal-sinc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbappé: Paraguay senator remarks spread racism]]></title><description><![CDATA[France star Kylian Mbapp&eacute; on Monday spoke out against racist comments made by a Paraguay senator.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbapp-paraguay-senator-remarks-spread-racism/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:43:08 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbapp-paraguay-senator-remarks-spread-racism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane: 'Voice is back' after 'all-timer' interview]]></title><description><![CDATA[England captain Harry Kane has made clear that his "voice is back," after sounding worse for wear in his media duties following his side's stunning 3-2 World Cup win over Mexico.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-voice-is-back-after-all-timer-interview/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:43:08 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-voice-is-back-after-all-timer-interview/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: FA considering Quansah red card appeal]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Football Association are considering whether to appeal Jarell Quansah's red card against Mexico, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-fa-considering-quansah-red-card-appeal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:05:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-fa-considering-quansah-red-card-appeal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dan Burn's towering clearances against Mexico epit...]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN's Tom Hamilton doffs the cap to Dan Burn, whose mighty defending encapsulates England's mentality under Thomas Tuchel.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/dan-burns-towering-clearances-against-mexico-epit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:05:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/dan-burns-towering-clearances-against-mexico-epit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giuliani: FIFA review won't affect USMNT legacy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andrew Giuliani, the head of the White House task force on the World Cup, told ESPN on Monday that he has no concerns at all over FIFA's decision to reduce Folarin Balogun's suspension affecting the legacy or credibility of what the USMNT accomplishes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/giuliani-fifa-review-wont-affect-usmnt-legacy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 21:33:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/giuliani-fifa-review-wont-affect-usmnt-legacy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mohamed Salah vs Lionel Messi. José and Mourinho are ready for this one 🤩]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohamed Salah vs Lionel Messi. José and Mourinho are ready for this one 🤩]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mohamed-salah-vs-lionel-messi-jos-and-mourinho-are-ready-for-this-one-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 21:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mohamed-salah-vs-lionel-messi-jos-and-mourinho-are-ready-for-this-one-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Erling Haaland, you have two big fans in José and Mourinho 🤝]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland, you have two big fans in José and Mourinho 🤝]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/erling-haaland-you-have-two-big-fans-in-jos-and-mourinho-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/erling-haaland-you-have-two-big-fans-in-jos-and-mourinho-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England vs Mexico had EVERYTHING 🍿]]></title><description><![CDATA[England vs Mexico had EVERYTHING 🍿]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-mexico-had-everything-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-mexico-had-everything-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Starmer involved in preventing earlier England k/o...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sir Keir Starmer intervened to prevent FIFA bringing forward kick-off at the Estadio Azteca amid concerns the change could give World Cup co-hosts Mexico an unfair advantage over England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/starmer-involved-in-preventing-earlier-england-ko/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:03:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/starmer-involved-in-preventing-earlier-england-ko/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Henderson out of WC with arm injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jordan Henderson is expected to be ruled out for the rest of the World Cup after suffering a suspected broken bone in celebrating England's 3-2 win over Mexico, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-henderson-out-of-wc-with-arm-injury/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:03:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-henderson-out-of-wc-with-arm-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Portugal vs. Spain LIVE: 2026 World Cup updates as...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portugal take on Spain in the World Cup round of 16 with a place against the United States or Belgium in the quarterfinals at stake, and you can follow the action live with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/portugal-vs-spain-live-2026-world-cup-updates-as/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:03:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/portugal-vs-spain-live-2026-world-cup-updates-as/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA reject Belgium request; Balogun can play]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA has ruled a request from the Belgium federation for an explanation of Folarin Balogun's suspended red card as "inadmissible," meaning they have no grounds to appeal the decision and the U.S. forward remains cleared to play against them Monday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fifa-reject-belgium-request-balogun-can-play/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:03:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fifa-reject-belgium-request-balogun-can-play/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump: I asked Infantino to 'review' Balogun red]]></title><description><![CDATA[U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday he called FIFA president Gianni Infantino to review the red card given to USMNT striker Folarin Balogun in the team's match against Bosnia-Herzegovina, calling it a "horrible" call.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/trump-i-asked-infantino-to-review-balogun-red/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:42:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/trump-i-asked-infantino-to-review-balogun-red/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's next for Brazil after another painful World...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil had to wait 28 years to win their first World Cup. Sunday's elimination means they'll be waiting 28 years, at least, for their next one.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/whats-next-for-brazil-after-another-painful-world/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:55:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/whats-next-for-brazil-after-another-painful-world/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&Aacute;lvarez: 'It hurts deeply because this is a family...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mexico captain Edson &Aacute;lvarez has admitted his country's elimination from the World Cup "hurts deeply" but is upbeat about the team's future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/aacutelvarez-it-hurts-deeply-because-this-is-a-family/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:16:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/aacutelvarez-it-hurts-deeply-because-this-is-a-family/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brazil to keep faith in Ancelotti despite WC exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil's early elimination from the World Cup will not change the country's Football Confederation's plans to continue with coach Carlo Ancelotti.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/brazil-to-keep-faith-in-ancelotti-despite-wc-exit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:29:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/brazil-to-keep-faith-in-ancelotti-despite-wc-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UEFA: FIFA crossed 'red line' on Balogun ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[UEFA have strongly criticised FIFA's decision to suspend USMNT striker Folarin Balogun's red card, thus allowing the United States striker to be available for the World Cup round-of-16 match against Belgium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/uefa-fifa-crossed-red-line-on-balogun-ban/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:43:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/uefa-fifa-crossed-red-line-on-balogun-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Justice with an asterisk: Two things can be true a...]]></title><description><![CDATA[For USMNT fans, seeing Folarin Balogun play against Belgium after FIFA rescinded his suspension will feel a bit odd -- a jumble of joy tinged with a heavy slice of unease.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/justice-with-an-asterisk-two-things-can-be-true-a/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:43:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/justice-with-an-asterisk-two-things-can-be-true-a/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal eye Wan-Bissaka as ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are considering 11 different potential players to sign at right back. Transfer Talk has the latest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-arsenal-eye-wan-bissaka-as-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:59:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-arsenal-eye-wan-bissaka-as-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tottenham agree a record deal to sign Tonali]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham have shattered their transfer record for the second time this summer after agreeing a deal worth up to &pound;100m ($133m) to sign Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tottenham-agree-a-record-deal-to-sign-tonali/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:59:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tottenham-agree-a-record-deal-to-sign-tonali/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Balogun ban U-turn based on 'politics']]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA has been accused of overturning United States striker Folarin Balogun's red card based on "political phone calls" by its former president Sepp Blatter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/balogun-ban-u-turn-based-on-politics/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:59:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/balogun-ban-u-turn-based-on-politics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rooney: England game 'one of their greatest']]></title><description><![CDATA[England's former striker Wayne Rooney has said that England have produced 'one of their greatest ever performances' in order to beat Mexico, survive the first round of knockouts, and reach the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rooney-england-game-one-of-their-greatest/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:08:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rooney-england-game-one-of-their-greatest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Konsa: England 'brotherhood' fuelled Mexico win]]></title><description><![CDATA[England defender Ezri Konsa says the "brotherhood" in the squad fuelled their famous World Cup victory over Mexico.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/konsa-england-brotherhood-fuelled-mexico-win/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:08:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/konsa-england-brotherhood-fuelled-mexico-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glasner announced as new Nottingham Forest boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nottingham Forest have announced the appointment of Oliver Glasner as manager following the departure of Vitor Pereira.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/glasner-announced-as-new-nottingham-forest-boss/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:08:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/glasner-announced-as-new-nottingham-forest-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WHO IS THE BEST ATTACKER AT THE WORLD CUP SO FAR? | FIFA Power Rankings]]></title><description><![CDATA[WHO IS THE BEST ATTACKER AT THE WORLD CUP SO FAR? | FIFA Power Rankings]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/who-is-the-best-attacker-at-the-world-cup-so-far-fifa-power-rankings/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/who-is-the-best-attacker-at-the-world-cup-so-far-fifa-power-rankings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Mexico vs. England player ratings as Jude Bellingh...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here are the player ratings for England's epic win over Mexico in the World Cup round of 16.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-mexico-vs-england-player-ratings-as-jude-bellingh/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:10:19 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-mexico-vs-england-player-ratings-as-jude-bellingh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England end Mexico's World Cup with best win on fo...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Outside of England, the Three Lions' World Cup history is mixed at best, but they defied the odds to grind out an emotional last-16 win over Mexico.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-end-mexicos-world-cup-with-best-win-on-fo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:24:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-end-mexicos-world-cup-with-best-win-on-fo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mexico vs. England player ratings as Jude Bellingh...]]></title><description><![CDATA[http://preview.espn.go.com/soccer/story/_/id/49281641/mexico-vs-england-player-ratings-harry-kane-jude-bellingham-world-cup?referrer=scribe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-vs-england-player-ratings-as-jude-bellingh/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 05:44:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-vs-england-player-ratings-as-jude-bellingh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mexico 2-3 England: Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane pr...]]></title><description><![CDATA[A quickfire double from Jude Bellingham and a second-half penalty from Harry Kane gave England a thrilling 3-2 win over Mexico in the round of 16.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-2-3-england-jude-bellingham-harry-kane-pr/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 05:44:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-2-3-england-jude-bellingham-harry-kane-pr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England Leave Mexico City With the Win 💨]]></title><description><![CDATA[England Leave Mexico City With the Win 💨]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-leave-mexico-city-with-the-win-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 05:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-leave-mexico-city-with-the-win-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quansah sent off for England vs. Mexico at WC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jarell Quansah was sent off for England against Mexico in the World Cup round of 16 on Sunday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/quansah-sent-off-for-england-vs-mexico-at-wc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 05:01:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/quansah-sent-off-for-england-vs-mexico-at-wc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Senegal World Cup staff still in Seattle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Members of the Senegal delegation to the World Cup are still stranded in Seattle awaiting a flight back home, five days after the team were eliminated by Belgium, sources within the camp have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-senegal-world-cup-staff-still-in-seattle/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 03:36:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-senegal-world-cup-staff-still-in-seattle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England's route to the 2026 World Cup final: Haala...]]></title><description><![CDATA[What awaits England after they topped Group L? And why does the round of 16 look like a potential banana skin? ESPN looks into Thomas Tuchel's route to the final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/englands-route-to-the-2026-world-cup-final-haala/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 03:36:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/englands-route-to-the-2026-world-cup-final-haala/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tearful Neymar retires from Brazil after WC exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Neymar has announced his retirement from playing for Brazil after his team's World Cup exit at the hands of Norway in the round of 16 on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tearful-neymar-retires-from-brazil-after-wc-exit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 02:11:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tearful-neymar-retires-from-brazil-after-wc-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nobody benefits from FIFA letting Balogun off the ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The U.S. will be buzzing to have Folarin Balogun available vs. Belgium on Monday, but FIFA's U-turn on his suspension is a bad look for this World Cup]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/nobody-benefits-from-fifa-letting-balogun-off-the-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 02:11:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/nobody-benefits-from-fifa-letting-balogun-off-the-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haaland brings the thunder, strikes down Brazil as...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil's World Cup hopes were dashed by Erling Haaland, whose stunning brace propelled Norway to the quarterfinals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/haaland-brings-the-thunder-strikes-down-brazil-as/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 02:11:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/haaland-brings-the-thunder-strikes-down-brazil-as/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of FIFA suspends Balogun red card, can face Belgium]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA has suspended the red card U.S. striker Folarin Balogun received in the team's match against Bosnia-Herzegovina, making him available to face Belgium in the round of 16 at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-fifa-suspends-balogun-red-card-can-face-belgium/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 02:11:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-fifa-suspends-balogun-red-card-can-face-belgium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weather warning called before Mexico vs. England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Severe weather at the Azteca Stadium saw a shelter-in-place order called before kick off in the round-of-16 World Cup match between Mexico and England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/weather-warning-called-before-mexico-vs-england/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:44:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/weather-warning-called-before-mexico-vs-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mexico vs. England LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates as...]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the most highly anticipated knockout stage clashes of the World Cup is upon us as co-hosts Mexico take on England, and you can follow all of the action with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-vs-england-live-world-cup-2026-updates-as/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:44:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-vs-england-live-world-cup-2026-updates-as/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haaland sends Brazil to earliest WC exit since 199...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland scored two late goals to send Norway into the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time with a 2-1 victory that condemned Brazil to their earliest exit in the competition since 1990.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/haaland-sends-brazil-to-earliest-wc-exit-since-199/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:44:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/haaland-sends-brazil-to-earliest-wc-exit-since-199/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weather warning called at Mexico vs. England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Severe weather at the Azteca Stadium saw a shelter-in-place order called before kick off in the round-of-16 World Cup match between Mexico and England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/weather-warning-called-at-mexico-vs-england/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 23:59:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/weather-warning-called-at-mexico-vs-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Quansah to start for England at WC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jarell Quansah will start for England against Mexico, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-quansah-to-start-for-england-at-wc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 23:59:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-quansah-to-start-for-england-at-wc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rodri: Spain's midfield better than Portugal's]]></title><description><![CDATA[Captain Rodri has insisted that Spain's midfield is superior to Portugal's ahead of their World Cup round of 16 clash -- while admitting that their opponents' squad boasts "one of the best generations they've ever had."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rodri-spains-midfield-better-than-portugals/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 23:59:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rodri-spains-midfield-better-than-portugals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle sign Bazoumana Touré from Hoffenheim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle have completed the signing of Ivory Coast winger Bazoumana Tour&eacute; from Hoffenheim.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/newcastle-sign-bazoumana-tour-from-hoffenheim/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 23:59:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/newcastle-sign-bazoumana-tour-from-hoffenheim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belgium furious at Balogun U-turn: It's April Fool...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgium coach Rudi Garcia said he thought it was a joke when he first heard news that suspended United States striker Folarin Balogun was cleared to play in the round of 16 match.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/belgium-furious-at-balogun-u-turn-its-april-fool/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 23:59:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/belgium-furious-at-balogun-u-turn-its-april-fool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo: 'This will be my last World Cup']]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo has admitted that this will be his last World Cup, as he prepares to face Spain with Portugal in Monday's round-of-16 clash in Dallas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ronaldo-this-will-be-my-last-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 23:13:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ronaldo-this-will-be-my-last-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USA vs. Belgium About to Be a Movie 🍿]]></title><description><![CDATA[USA vs. Belgium About to Be a Movie 🍿]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/usa-vs-belgium-about-to-be-a-movie-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 22:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/usa-vs-belgium-about-to-be-a-movie-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of The master of the half-time team talk: Explaining ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN's Tom Hamilton spoke to figures from Thomas Tuchel's past who witnessed his rise to become England's ideal boss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-the-master-of-the-half-time-team-talk-explaining-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 22:28:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-the-master-of-the-half-time-team-talk-explaining-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pulisic, Richards react to Balogun ban lifted]]></title><description><![CDATA[U.S. men's national team attacker Christian Pulisic said that FIFA's lifting of Folarin Balogun's suspension "feels right."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/pulisic-richards-react-to-balogun-ban-lifted/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 21:43:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/pulisic-richards-react-to-balogun-ban-lifted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brazil vs. Norway LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates as ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil face Norway in the World Cup round of 16, with the winner set to face either England or Mexico in Miami on Saturday, and you can follow the action live with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/brazil-vs-norway-live-world-cup-2026-updates-as-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 21:43:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/brazil-vs-norway-live-world-cup-2026-updates-as-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France vs Morocco: A Family Affair 🍿]]></title><description><![CDATA[France vs Morocco: A Family Affair 🍿]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-vs-morocco-a-family-affair-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-vs-morocco-a-family-affair-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morocco Knocks Out Canada 🔥]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morocco Knocks Out Canada 🔥]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/morocco-knocks-out-canada-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 20:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/morocco-knocks-out-canada-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mexico fans' serenata outside England hotel woke m...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Playing in Mexico is intimidating, and it's more than the atmosphere of the Azteca. As England learned, it's Mexico's City's embrace of the cause.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-fans-serenata-outside-england-hotel-woke-m/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 19:22:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-fans-serenata-outside-england-hotel-woke-m/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA suspends Balogun red card, can face Belgium]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA has suspended the red card USMNT striker Folarin Balogun received in the match against Bosnia-Herzegovina, meaning he is available to face Belgium in the round of 16.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fifa-suspends-balogun-red-card-can-face-belgium/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 19:22:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fifa-suspends-balogun-red-card-can-face-belgium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A key USMNT World Cup perk: An embedded barber who...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The USMNT's unique hairstyles are turning heads at the World Cup, and it's thanks to their embedded barber who gives them fresh cuts in camp.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-key-usmnt-world-cup-perk-an-embedded-barber-who/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 19:22:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-key-usmnt-world-cup-perk-an-embedded-barber-who/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mexico fans blast horns outside England hotel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite police blockades, dozens of Mexican fans gathered outside the England national team's hotel until the early hours of Sunday morning, hoping to disrupt players' sleep ahead of their World Cup round-of-16 match against co-host Mexico.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-fans-blast-horns-outside-england-hotel/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:38:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-fans-blast-horns-outside-england-hotel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mexico return luxury watches from influencer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mexico have had to return luxury watches that were gifted to them by the YouTuber Stevewilldoit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-return-luxury-watches-from-influencer/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 17:01:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-return-luxury-watches-from-influencer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The master of the half-time team talk: Explaining ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN's Tom Hamilton spoke to figures from Thomas Tuchel's past who witnessed his rise to become England's ideal boss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-master-of-the-half-time-team-talk-explaining-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 15:32:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-master-of-the-half-time-team-talk-explaining-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, news as Englan...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England resume their World Cup campaign with a daunting clash with Mexico at the Azteca, and you can follow all of the day's updates with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-englan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 14:16:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-englan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real Madrid sign Dumfries from Inter Milan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid have agreed a deal with Inter Milan for full-back Denzel Dumfries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/real-madrid-sign-dumfries-from-inter-milan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 13:36:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/real-madrid-sign-dumfries-from-inter-milan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transfer rumors, news: Chelsea, Madrid, Barça chas...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have issued a hands-off warning to elite European clubs over center back R&uacute;ben Dias. Transfer Talk has the latest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-chelsea-madrid-bara-chas/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 11:00:18 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-chelsea-madrid-bara-chas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Postcards from the World Cup: Seeing the U.S., Canada and Mexico play at home]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 World Cup has been unique for being co-hosted by three countries, the U.S., Canada and Mexico. What has the tournament been like in each nation? Mark Ogden went to find out.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/postcards-from-the-world-cup-seeing-the-us-canada-and-mexico-play-at-home/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 10:23:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/postcards-from-the-world-cup-seeing-the-us-canada-and-mexico-play-at-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane urges England fans to pull 'all-nighter']]></title><description><![CDATA[England captain Harry Kane hopes his side can provide the perfect antidote for Monday morning blues by reaching the World Cup quarterfinals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-urges-england-fans-to-pull-all-nighter/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 10:23:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-urges-england-fans-to-pull-all-nighter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England vs. Mexico line-ups: World Cup 2026 predic...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's quest for a first World Cup triumph since 1966 continues, as they prepare for a heavyweight clash with Mexico at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City in the round-of-16.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-mexico-line-ups-world-cup-2026-predic/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 08:52:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-mexico-line-ups-world-cup-2026-predic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Altitude sickness? England must overcome ghosts of...]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN's Tom Hamilton explains how England are battling more than altitude in Mexico City. There is the weight of history, too...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/altitude-sickness-england-must-overcome-ghosts-of/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 08:52:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/altitude-sickness-england-must-overcome-ghosts-of/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel urges England to avoid stress in Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel has told his England players "not to lose their heads" despite a turbulent build-up to their World Cup round-of-16 clash against Mexico.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-urges-england-to-avoid-stress-in-mexico/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 04:31:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-urges-england-to-avoid-stress-in-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quansah fit for England vs. Mexico at World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jarell Quansah is fit for England's World Cup round-of-16 clash against Mexico while Reece James could be on the bench, head coach Thomas Tuchel has confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/quansah-fit-for-england-vs-mexico-at-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 03:46:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/quansah-fit-for-england-vs-mexico-at-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The master of the half-time team talk: Explaining why Thomas Tuchel at England works]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN's Tom Hamilton spoke to figures from Thomas Tuchel's past who witnessed his rise to become England's ideal boss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-master-of-the-half-time-team-talk-explaining-why-thomas-tuchel-at-england-works/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 03:04:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-master-of-the-half-time-team-talk-explaining-why-thomas-tuchel-at-england-works/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbappé hails gritty France win to reach WCup QFs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbapp&eacute; scored the only goal from the penalty spot as France defeated Paraguay 1-0 in the World Cup round of 16 in Philadelphia on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbapp-hails-gritty-france-win-to-reach-wcup-qfs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 03:04:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbapp-hails-gritty-france-win-to-reach-wcup-qfs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France's Mbapp&eacute; calls Paraguay tactics 'ugly']]></title><description><![CDATA[France star Kylian Mbapp&eacute; laughed and smiled -- and scored, of course -- when Paraguay tried to bait him and his teammates into fouls and provoke fights, as hot heads became a recurring theme during one of the steamiest World Cup games on record.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/frances-mbappeacute-calls-paraguay-tactics-ugly/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 03:04:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/frances-mbappeacute-calls-paraguay-tactics-ugly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France pass toughest World Cup test yet in beating...]]></title><description><![CDATA[France haven't really been challenged yet at this World Cup in the way Paraguay tested them on Sunday, but Mbappe &amp; Co. were able to stay cool in the sweltering heat and advance to the quarterfinals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-pass-toughest-world-cup-test-yet-in-beating/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 03:04:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-pass-toughest-world-cup-test-yet-in-beating/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup VAR review: Did France deserve deciding ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the tournament, we are taking a look at the major incidents to examine and explain the process in terms of both VAR protocol and the laws of the game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-var-review-did-france-deserve-deciding-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 02:22:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-var-review-did-france-deserve-deciding-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thanks to Ounahi magic, Morocco sweep past Canada ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canada boss Jesse Marsch may have felt his side was the better team on Saturday, but Morocco's 3-0 win -- led by Azzedine Ounahi -- told a different story.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/thanks-to-ounahi-magic-morocco-sweep-past-canada-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 02:22:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/thanks-to-ounahi-magic-morocco-sweep-past-canada-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbappé scores penalty, France beat Paraguay]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbapp&eacute; scored the only goal from the penalty spot as France defeated Paraguay 1-0 in the World Cup round of 16 in Philadelphia on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbapp-scores-penalty-france-beat-paraguay/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 02:22:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbapp-scores-penalty-france-beat-paraguay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbappé scores penalty, France beat Paraguay at WC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbapp&eacute; scored the only goal from the penalty spot as France defeated Paraguay 1-0 in the World Cup round of 16 in Philadelphia on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbapp-scores-penalty-france-beat-paraguay-at-wc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 01:38:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbapp-scores-penalty-france-beat-paraguay-at-wc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brazil deny 'anti-Haaland plan' for World Cup tie]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti maintains he is not about to set up an "anti Erling Haaland plan" against Norway at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/brazil-deny-anti-haaland-plan-for-world-cup-tie/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 00:12:17 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/brazil-deny-anti-haaland-plan-for-world-cup-tie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rogers: 'Not sure I'm worth' &pound;130m valuation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morgan Rogers says he is "not sure I'm worth all of that" after being linked with a &pound;130 million ($174m) move away from Aston Villa this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rogers-not-sure-im-worth-pound130m-valuation/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 23:27:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rogers-not-sure-im-worth-pound130m-valuation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mexico aim for 'best game of our lives' vs. Englan...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mexico's players are aiming for "the best game" of their lives against England, confident that an intimidating Estadio Azteca crowd can help preserve a historic home record in the World Cup round of 16 clash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-aim-for-best-game-of-our-lives-vs-englan/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 23:27:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-aim-for-best-game-of-our-lives-vs-englan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marsch on Canada exit: We were the better team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canada coach Jesse Marsch insisted that his side were "the better team" in their 3-0 World Cup defeat to Morocco on Saturday, saying "I'd rather be us than them."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/marsch-on-canada-exit-we-were-the-better-team/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 23:27:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/marsch-on-canada-exit-we-were-the-better-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[José &amp; 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It might come down to...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil face Norway in the round of 16 of the World Cup, and the showdown against Erling Haaland and Carlo Ancelotti's midfielders will be one to watch.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-can-brazil-stop-haaland-it-might-come-down-to/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:47:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-can-brazil-stop-haaland-it-might-come-down-to/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guéhi labels Mexico as favourites against England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marc Gu&eacute;hi has said he believes Mexico are the favourites for England's World Cup last-16 clash at the Estadio Azteca.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/guhi-labels-mexico-as-favourites-against-england/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 13:07:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/guhi-labels-mexico-as-favourites-against-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Arsenal star Lia Wälti joins Brighton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brighton &amp; Hove Albion have completed the signing of midfielder Lia Walti from Juventus for an undisclosed fee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ex-arsenal-star-lia-wlti-joins-brighton/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 13:07:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ex-arsenal-star-lia-wlti-joins-brighton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England given hostile welcome in Mexico City]]></title><description><![CDATA[England received a hostile welcome as they arrived at their Mexico City hotel ahead of Sunday night's World Cup last-16 tie against Mexico.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-given-hostile-welcome-in-mexico-city/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 13:07:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-given-hostile-welcome-in-mexico-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, news as Argent...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina survived a major scare as they advanced past Cape Verde in extra time. 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Now they’re part of matchday.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Predictions are part of the game. Now they’re part of matchday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/predictions-are-part-of-the-game-now-theyre-part-of-matchday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/predictions-are-part-of-the-game-now-theyre-part-of-matchday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Salah Panenka helps Egypt write 'history' at WC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohamed Salah said he was proud to make "history" with Egypt as they advanced from their first-ever knockout stage game at the World Cup and added he only decided to take a Panenka penalty at the "last minute."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/salah-panenka-helps-egypt-write-history-at-wc/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 06:48:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/salah-panenka-helps-egypt-write-history-at-wc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mexico ups security, caps 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06:48:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-nets-in-8th-straight-to-take-golden-boot-lea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colombia see off Ghana to set up clash with Swiss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colombia controlled Ghana on a sweltering night at Arrowhead Stadium, allowing Los Cafeteros to advance to the round of 16 at the World Cup with a 1-0 victory Friday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/colombia-see-off-ghana-to-set-up-clash-with-swiss/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 06:48:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/colombia-see-off-ghana-to-set-up-clash-with-swiss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colombia 1-0 Ghana: Arias strike sends Colombia in...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jhon Arias scored in the 14th minute as Colombia beat Ghana to set up a Ro16 clash against Switzerland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/colombia-1-0-ghana-arias-strike-sends-colombia-in/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 06:48:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/colombia-1-0-ghana-arias-strike-sends-colombia-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cape Verde 'proud' after pushing champs to brink]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cape Verde coach Bubista praised the "heart, bravely and character" of his team after their World Cup journey was ended in heartbreaking fashion by Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/cape-verde-proud-after-pushing-champs-to-brink/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 06:48:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/cape-verde-proud-after-pushing-champs-to-brink/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi: Argentina have 'many' things to correct]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi said the Argentina have 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+0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-messi-argentina-saved-themselves-from-humilia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Salah leads Egypt to World Cup history with penalt...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohamed Salah has been at the heart of everything in Egypt's World Cup campaign, including their first progress through a knockout tie vs. Australia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/salah-leads-egypt-to-world-cup-history-with-penalt/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 03:03:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/salah-leads-egypt-to-world-cup-history-with-penalt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colombia vs. Ghana LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates fr...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Follow along for live updates from Colombia vs Ghana at the 2026 FIFA World 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preventable."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/cusacks-death-was-preventable-inquest-hears/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 21:11:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/cusacks-death-was-preventable-inquest-hears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[José Brought Out the Sock Puppet 😂]]></title><description><![CDATA[José Brought Out the Sock Puppet 😂]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jos-brought-out-the-sock-puppet-/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jos-brought-out-the-sock-puppet-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of World Cup VAR review: Why did a chip in the ball d...]]></title><description><![CDATA[It looked as if Croatia had forced extra time, but video review ruled there was an offside in the move that led to the game-tying goal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-world-cup-var-review-why-did-a-chip-in-the-ball-d/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:24:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-world-cup-var-review-why-did-a-chip-in-the-ball-d/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Portugal snatch thrilling victory, but should Rona...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portugal advanced to the last 16, but should their talisman be in the XI when they face Spain?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-portugal-snatch-thrilling-victory-but-should-rona/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:24:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-portugal-snatch-thrilling-victory-but-should-rona/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Postecoglou announced as Al Nassr head coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ange Postecoglou has signed a two-year contract as coach of Saudi Pro League champions Al Nassr, linking up with Cristiano Ronaldo at the Riyadh-based team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/postecoglou-announced-as-al-nassr-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:38:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/postecoglou-announced-as-al-nassr-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fenerbahce announce Nathan Aké deal agreement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fenerbahce have announced an agreement to sign Netherlands defender Nathan Ak&eacute; from Manchester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fenerbahce-announce-nathan-ak-deal-agreement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:38:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fenerbahce-announce-nathan-ak-deal-agreement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Australia vs Egypt LIVE: 2026 World Cup round of 3...]]></title><description><![CDATA[All the action as it happens from Dallas with the winner likely to face Argentina in the next round.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/australia-vs-egypt-live-2026-world-cup-round-of-3/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:53:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/australia-vs-egypt-live-2026-world-cup-round-of-3/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How To Recover Like A Professional Athlete🤝]]></title><description><![CDATA[How To Recover Like A Professional Athlete🤝]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-to-recover-like-a-professional-athlete/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-to-recover-like-a-professional-athlete/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Physical Therapist Breaks Down The Best Recovery Routine ⚽]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Physical Therapist Breaks Down The Best Recovery Routine ⚽]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-physical-therapist-breaks-down-the-best-recovery-routine-/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-physical-therapist-breaks-down-the-best-recovery-routine-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Napoli appoint Massimiliano Allegri as new manager...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serie A runners-up Napoli have officially appointed Massimiliano Allegri as their new head coach.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/napoli-appoint-massimiliano-allegri-as-new-manager/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:56:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/napoli-appoint-massimiliano-allegri-as-new-manager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harry Kane: 'I feel as good as I've ever felt']]></title><description><![CDATA[England captain Harry Kane has said he feels as good he has ever felt in his career as he looks to extend his remarkable season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/harry-kane-i-feel-as-good-as-ive-ever-felt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:56:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/harry-kane-i-feel-as-good-as-ive-ever-felt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bayern complete signing of Brown from Frankfurt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nathaniel Brown has joined Bayern Munich on a five-year deal, the Bundesliga club have announced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bayern-complete-signing-of-brown-from-frankfurt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:56:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bayern-complete-signing-of-brown-from-frankfurt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RIO PICKS HIS GREATEST WORLD CUP DEFENSIVE PERFORMANCES | REWIND]]></title><description><![CDATA[RIO PICKS HIS GREATEST WORLD CUP DEFENSIVE PERFORMANCES | 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round-of-32 on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/riyad-mahrez-retires-from-international-football/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:50:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/riyad-mahrez-retires-from-international-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How a plucky club "with a dry pitch" moulded Thoma...]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN's Tom Hamilton spoke to figures from Thomas Tuchel's past who witnessed his rise to become England's ideal boss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-a-plucky-club-with-a-dry-pitch-moulded-thoma/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:50:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-a-plucky-club-with-a-dry-pitch-moulded-thoma/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Simeone: Álvarez remains central to Atleti plans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atl&eacute;tico Madrid coach Diego Simeone has told ESPN he is still planning to build his team around Juli&aacute;n &Aacute;lvarez despite Barcelona's interest in signing the wantaway Argentina forward.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/simeone-lvarez-remains-central-to-atleti-plans/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:12:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/simeone-lvarez-remains-central-to-atleti-plans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nagelsmann out as Germany boss, Klopp lined up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Julian Nagelsmann is out as the Germany head coach following the team's shock exit from the World Cup at the hands of Paraguay in the round of 32 with talks already being sought with J&uuml;rgen Klopp to replace him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/nagelsmann-out-as-germany-boss-klopp-lined-up/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:12:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/nagelsmann-out-as-germany-boss-klopp-lined-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Endrick 'at peace' with limited Brazil minutes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazilian teenager Endrick says he is "at peace" with the limited playing time he is getting at this World Cup, knowing coach Carlo Ancelotti is doing what's best for the team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/endrick-at-peace-with-limited-brazil-minutes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:12:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/endrick-at-peace-with-limited-brazil-minutes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo to address future at end of World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo says he will make a decision regarding his future with the national team after the World Cup but insists "it's not important right now."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ronaldo-to-address-future-at-end-of-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:36:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ronaldo-to-address-future-at-end-of-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madrid deny interest in signing Enzo Fernández]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid have stated they have not registered any interest in signing Enzo Fern&aacute;ndez from Chelsea and have no intention to do so in the future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/madrid-deny-interest-in-signing-enzo-fernndez/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:03:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/madrid-deny-interest-in-signing-enzo-fernndez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA: Croatia VAR call vs. Portugal was correct]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA has confirmed that Croatia's equaliser against Portugal was correctly ruled out for offside due to technology housed inside the World Cup ball.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fifa-croatia-var-call-vs-portugal-was-correct/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:03:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fifa-croatia-var-call-vs-portugal-was-correct/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal eye £130m move  for...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are looking at signing Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa as well as forward Morgan Rogers. 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+0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/harry-kane-came-up-clutch-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain vs. Austria LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates as ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain look to win their first World Cup knockout match since 2010 as they take on Austria in the round of 32 - follow it live with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-vs-austria-live-world-cup-2026-updates-as-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:42:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spain-vs-austria-live-world-cup-2026-updates-as-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fernández exploring Chelsea exit options - agent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enzo Fern&aacute;ndez's agent has confirmed the midfielder is exploring options to leave Chelsea this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fernndez-exploring-chelsea-exit-options-agent/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:42:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fernndez-exploring-chelsea-exit-options-agent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vitor Pereira leaves Forest amid Glasner reports]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nottingham Forest have announced the departure of head coach Vitor Pereira less than five months after he was appointed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/vitor-pereira-leaves-forest-amid-glasner-reports/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:58:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/vitor-pereira-leaves-forest-amid-glasner-reports/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Extra time! Pubs to stay open to 5 a.m. for Englan...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pubs across England and Wales will be able to stay open until 5 a.m. BST for England's World Cup round-of-16 match against Mexico.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/extra-time-pubs-to-stay-open-to-5-am-for-englan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:14:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/extra-time-pubs-to-stay-open-to-5-am-for-englan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Truth About What It Takes To Play Professionally ⚽]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Truth About What It Takes To Play Professionally ⚽]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-truth-about-what-it-takes-to-play-professionally-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-truth-about-what-it-takes-to-play-professionally-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Physical Therapist Explains The Science Behind Peak Performance]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Physical Therapist Explains The Science Behind Peak Performance]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-physical-therapist-explains-the-science-behind-peak-performance/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-physical-therapist-explains-the-science-behind-peak-performance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Portugal ready to honor 'extra man' Diogo Jota as ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portugal forward Diogo Jota died in a car accident a year ago, so when the country take to the pitch against Croatia on Thursday it will be an emotional time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/portugal-ready-to-honor-extra-man-diogo-jota-as-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:25:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/portugal-ready-to-honor-extra-man-diogo-jota-as-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minister: Kids can watch England, make it to schoo...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Education Secretary says schoolchildren could watch England's early-morning World Cup match against Mexico on Monday and still make it to class after head coach Thomas Tuchel said pupils should be allowed "an excuse for school."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/minister-kids-can-watch-england-make-it-to-schoo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:25:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/minister-kids-can-watch-england-make-it-to-schoo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grades for every team eliminated from the World Cu...]]></title><description><![CDATA[When the World Cup ends, 47 teams will have been eliminated, and we're grading every one on how their run compared with expectations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/grades-for-every-team-eliminated-from-the-world-cu/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:25:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/grades-for-every-team-eliminated-from-the-world-cu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Premier League star who does it all: Why City spent so much to sign Anderson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have agreed a club-record deal to sign Nottingham Forest and England midfielder Elliot Anderson. But why?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-premier-league-star-who-does-it-all-why-city-spent-so-much-to-sign-anderson/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:25:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-premier-league-star-who-does-it-all-why-city-spent-so-much-to-sign-anderson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup VAR review: Misapplied protocols leave B...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Folarin Balogun was sent off in the USMNT's 2-0 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina on Wednesday, but as our former referee explains, he shouldn't have been.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-var-review-misapplied-protocols-leave-b/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:55:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-var-review-misapplied-protocols-leave-b/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[L'pool confirm appointment of Iraola's staff]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool have confirmed the appointment of four new staff as head coach Andoni Iraola looks to bolster his back room team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/lpool-confirm-appointment-of-iraolas-staff/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:26:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/lpool-confirm-appointment-of-iraolas-staff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City confirm deal to sign Anderson from Forest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have reached an agreement with Nottingham Forest to sign Elliot Anderson, the club have confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/city-confirm-deal-to-sign-anderson-from-forest/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:26:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/city-confirm-deal-to-sign-anderson-from-forest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bound by Battle, out on 3 July 2026. 🎬]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bound by Battle, out on 3 July 2026. 🎬]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bound-by-battle-out-on-3-july-2026-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bound-by-battle-out-on-3-july-2026-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Azteca, Mexico's fortress: When did El Tri las...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England face Mexico at the Azteca on Sunday night, but why is the stadium such a fortress for the tournament hosts?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-azteca-mexicos-fortress-when-did-el-tri-las/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:07:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-azteca-mexicos-fortress-when-did-el-tri-las/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Spain, Arsenal midfielder Cazorla retires]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Spain international Santi Cazorla announced his retirement from football on Thursday at the age of 41.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ex-spain-arsenal-midfielder-cazorla-retires/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:07:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ex-spain-arsenal-midfielder-cazorla-retires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, news as Kane r...]]></title><description><![CDATA[After Harry Kane scored a brace to rescue England's spot in the round of 16, you can follow live news updates across the World Cup with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-kane-r/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:07:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-kane-r/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vitinha urges Portugal fans to get behind team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vitinha has urged Portugal fans to keep believing in the team ahead of tonight's round of 32 World Cup clash with Croatia in Toronto.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/vitinha-urges-portugal-fans-to-get-behind-team/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:06:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/vitinha-urges-portugal-fans-to-get-behind-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel: No sign of England shirt pressure at WC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel saw spirit rather than any hint of the England shirt weighing heavy as Harry Kane's brace secured a memorable World Cup comeback win against the Democratic Republic of Congo.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-no-sign-of-england-shirt-pressure-at-wc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:06:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-no-sign-of-england-shirt-pressure-at-wc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transfer rumors, news: AC Milan tracking Liverpool...]]></title><description><![CDATA[AC Milan are considering a move for Liverpool center back Virgil van Dijk. Transfer Talk has the latest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-ac-milan-tracking-liverpool/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:06:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-ac-milan-tracking-liverpool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tielemans on Trossard fight: 'Part of football']]></title><description><![CDATA[Youri Tielemans has played down talks of a rift with teammate Leandro Trossard following their on-field scuffle during Belgium's round-of-32 World Cup win against Senegal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tielemans-on-trossard-fight-part-of-football/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:06:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tielemans-on-trossard-fight-part-of-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Romero fit for Argentina vs. Cape Verde]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina have received a boost ahead of Friday's World Cup round of 32 encounter against Cape Verde in Miami with Cristian Romero available.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-romero-fit-for-argentina-vs-cape-verde/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:06:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-romero-fit-for-argentina-vs-cape-verde/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men's transfer grades: Tottenham get C- for $112m ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 summer transfer window is open. Here is how we rated the biggest deals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mens-transfer-grades-tottenham-get-c-for-112m-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:06:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mens-transfer-grades-tottenham-get-c-for-112m-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spurs sign £85m Fernandes from West Ham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham Hotspur have announced the signing of midfielder Mateus Fernandes from West Ham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spurs-sign-85m-fernandes-from-west-ham/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:25:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spurs-sign-85m-fernandes-from-west-ham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England World Cup philosophy, made famous in the N...]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN's Tom Hamilton explains why England's mantra, borrowed from basketball, could crumble at the altitude of Mexico.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-world-cup-philosophy-made-famous-in-the-n/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:48:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-world-cup-philosophy-made-famous-in-the-n/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, news as Kane rescues England to set up Mexico tie - July 2]]></title><description><![CDATA[After Harry Kane scored a brace to rescue England's spot in the round of 16, you can follow live news updates across the World Cup with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-kane-rescues-england-to-set-up-mexico-tie-july-2/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:16:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-kane-rescues-england-to-set-up-mexico-tie-july-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USA beat Bosnia and Herzegovina for first World Cu...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The USMNT beat Bosnia-Herzegovina, 2-0, in the World Cup round of 32 on Wednesday night for its first knockout win since 2002.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/usa-beat-bosnia-and-herzegovina-for-first-world-cu/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:25:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/usa-beat-bosnia-and-herzegovina-for-first-world-cu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veteran Belgium rage against the dying of the ligh...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgium showed incredible character in rallying from 2-0 down to defeat Senegal in extra time. Was their fightback a sign of things to come, or one last flourish from a golden generation of players?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/veteran-belgium-rage-against-the-dying-of-the-ligh/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 03:22:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/veteran-belgium-rage-against-the-dying-of-the-ligh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can any country ranked outside the FIFA top 10 reach the World Cup semifinals? 🤔]]></title><description><![CDATA[Can any country ranked outside the FIFA top 10 reach the World Cup semifinals? 🤔]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/can-any-country-ranked-outside-the-fifa-top-10-reach-the-world-cup-semifinals-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 03:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/can-any-country-ranked-outside-the-fifa-top-10-reach-the-world-cup-semifinals-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Which host country will get the furthest at the World Cup? 🇲🇽🇺🇸🇨🇦]]></title><description><![CDATA[Which host country will get the furthest at the World Cup? 🇲🇽🇺🇸🇨🇦]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/which-host-country-will-get-the-furthest-at-the-world-cup-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 02:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/which-host-country-will-get-the-furthest-at-the-world-cup-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Continent That Will WIN The World Cup 👀]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Continent That Will WIN The World Cup 👀]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-continent-that-will-win-the-world-cup-/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 02:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-continent-that-will-win-the-world-cup-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belgium vs Senegal as it happened: late penalty dr...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Youri Tielemans strikes late after VAR adjudged that Lamine Camara fouled the Belgian captain in extra-time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/belgium-vs-senegal-as-it-happened-late-penalty-dr/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:45:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/belgium-vs-senegal-as-it-happened-late-penalty-dr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USA vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina LIVE: World Cup 202...]]></title><description><![CDATA[null]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/usa-vs-bosnia-and-herzegovina-live-world-cup-202/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:13:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/usa-vs-bosnia-and-herzegovina-live-world-cup-202/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Icons' Modric, Ronaldo look to avoid WC send-off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luka Modric and Cristiano Ronaldo are "two great icons of world football," Portugal midfielder Vitinha said on Wednesday ahead of his team's clash with Croatia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/icons-modric-ronaldo-look-to-avoid-wc-send-off/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:43:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/icons-modric-ronaldo-look-to-avoid-wc-send-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane breaks Pelé World Cup goals total]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harry Kane scores against Congo DR to surpass Pel&eacute;'s World Cup goals total.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-breaks-pel-world-cup-goals-total/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:10:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-breaks-pel-world-cup-goals-total/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predicting The World Cup Winner After The Group Stage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Predicting The World Cup Winner After The Group Stage]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/predicting-the-world-cup-winner-after-the-group-stage/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/predicting-the-world-cup-winner-after-the-group-stage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rice not keen on 'hardest' England right-back role...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Declan Rice hopes he won't have to fill in at right-back again after playing the "hardest 12 minutes" of England's 2-1 win over Congo DR in the position.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rice-not-keen-on-hardest-england-right-back-role/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:38:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rice-not-keen-on-hardest-england-right-back-role/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel: Harry Kane is a 'shark' who smells blood]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel has described Harry Kane, Kylian Mbapp&eacute;, Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland as "sharks" after their goalscoring feats at the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-harry-kane-is-a-shark-who-smells-blood/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:04:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-harry-kane-is-a-shark-who-smells-blood/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel: England can't adapt to Azteca altitude]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel has said it is "impossible" for England to adapt to the altitude ahead of Sunday's round-of-16 clash with Mexico in Mexico City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-england-cant-adapt-to-azteca-altitude/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:04:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-england-cant-adapt-to-azteca-altitude/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gordon: Only Messi had better season than Kane]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harry Kane saved England's World Cup hopes with two late goals against Congo DR and according to his teammate Anthony Gordon, Kane is now playing at Lionel Messi-esque levels.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/gordon-only-messi-had-better-season-than-kane/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:00:16 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/gordon-only-messi-had-better-season-than-kane/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Spurs agree Tonali deal with Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham are set to smash their transfer record for the second time in a matter of days after agreeing a deal worth up to &pound;100 million to sign Sandro Tonali, sources told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-spurs-agree-tonali-deal-with-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:28:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-spurs-agree-tonali-deal-with-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rooney: Kane a 'hero', but England have 'concerns'...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wayne Rooney hailed "hero" Harry Kane after the England captain scored twice as the team came from behind to beat DR Congo 2-1 in their last-32 World Cup clash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rooney-kane-a-hero-but-england-have-concerns/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:28:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rooney-kane-a-hero-but-england-have-concerns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane delivers for England at vital moment in drama...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Where would England be without their captain and star striker Harry Kane? The answer in this particular case is "probably flying back to London."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-delivers-for-england-at-vital-moment-in-drama/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:28:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-delivers-for-england-at-vital-moment-in-drama/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane breaks Pelé World Cup goals record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harry Kane scores against Congo DR to surpass Pel&eacute;'s World Cup goals total.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-breaks-pel-world-cup-goals-record/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:58:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-breaks-pel-world-cup-goals-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England vs Congo DR player ratings as Harry Kane r...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England survived a serious scare in the World Cup round of 32 as Harry Kane, once again, dug his team out of a hole with a brace to get the better of Congo DR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-congo-dr-player-ratings-as-harry-kane-r/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:58:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-congo-dr-player-ratings-as-harry-kane-r/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belgium vs Senegal LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates fr...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Group G winners Belgium take on Senegal who came third in Group I in Seattle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/belgium-vs-senegal-live-world-cup-2026-updates-fr/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:58:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/belgium-vs-senegal-live-world-cup-2026-updates-fr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is France Unstoppable? José Thinks So 👀]]></title><description><![CDATA[Is France Unstoppable? José Thinks So 👀]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/is-france-unstoppable-jos-thinks-so-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/is-france-unstoppable-jos-thinks-so-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England 2-1 Congo DR: Late Harry Kane brace rescue...]]></title><description><![CDATA[A late brace from Harry Kane took England into the World Cup round of 16 with a nervy 2-1 win over Congo DR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-2-1-congo-dr-late-harry-kane-brace-rescue/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:28:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-2-1-congo-dr-late-harry-kane-brace-rescue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane equals Pelé World Cup goals record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harry Kane scores against Congo DR to surpass Pel&eacute;'s World Cup goals record.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-equals-pel-world-cup-goals-record/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:00:18 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-equals-pel-world-cup-goals-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup goalscorer Saibari joins Bayern Munich]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Bayern Munich signing Ismael Saibari admits head coach Vincent Kompany played a key role in his decision to join from PSV Eindhoven.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-goalscorer-saibari-joins-bayern-munich/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:35:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-goalscorer-saibari-joins-bayern-munich/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[German Chancellor mocked for praise after WC exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Chancellor of Germany has been subject to derision online following a tweet in which he lauded his national team's "team spirit" in their World Cup elimination at the hands of Paraguay.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/german-chancellor-mocked-for-praise-after-wc-exit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:42:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/german-chancellor-mocked-for-praise-after-wc-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spurs accept Brighton bid for Luka Vuskovic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brighton have agreed a &pound;50m ($66m) deal to sign Luka Vuskovic from Tottenham, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spurs-accept-brighton-bid-for-luka-vuskovic/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:12:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/spurs-accept-brighton-bid-for-luka-vuskovic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Premier League 2026-27 kits: Ranking every jersey ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's still almost two months before the new Premier League season begins, but plenty of top clubs have already released some of their 2026-27 kits.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/premier-league-2026-27-kits-ranking-every-jersey-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:12:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/premier-league-2026-27-kits-ranking-every-jersey-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neuer calls time on Germany career: 'No regrets']]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer insists he has "no regrets" after announcing his decision to retire from international duty - for the second time in his career - following Germany's "very painful" World Cup exit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/neuer-calls-time-on-germany-career-no-regrets/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:12:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/neuer-calls-time-on-germany-career-no-regrets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Rashford starts for England vs Congo DR]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel has made three changes for England's round of 32 World Cup knockout match against Congo DR in Atlanta, with Marcus Rashford retaining his place on the left wing, while Noni Madueke, Djed Spence and Declan Rice all start.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-rashford-starts-for-england-vs-congo-dr/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:57:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-rashford-starts-for-england-vs-congo-dr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland's manager search: The dream, realistic an...]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN's Mark Donaldson looks over the options available to the Scottish FA as they work to replace Steve Clarke after the team's World Cup elimination.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/scotlands-manager-search-the-dream-realistic-an/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:57:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/scotlands-manager-search-the-dream-realistic-an/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England vs. Congo DR LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[After two uninspiring performances in their last two World Cup group games, England face Congo DR in the round of 32 - follow it live with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-congo-dr-live-world-cup-2026-updates-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:57:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-congo-dr-live-world-cup-2026-updates-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barcelona offer for Álvarez still stands - Laporta...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona president Joan Laporta has confirmed the Spanish champions have made an offer for want-away Atl&eacute;tico Madrid forward Juli&aacute;n &Aacute;lvarez and that it remains on the table.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/barcelona-offer-for-lvarez-still-stands-laporta/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:57:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/barcelona-offer-for-lvarez-still-stands-laporta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inter's Bastoni part of alleged escort ring probe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Inter Milan and Italy defender Alessandro Bastoni is under investigation for child prostitution.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/inters-bastoni-part-of-alleged-escort-ring-probe/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:05:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/inters-bastoni-part-of-alleged-escort-ring-probe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea sign 21-year-old Palestra from Atalanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea have announced the signing of 21-year-old Marco Palestra from Atalanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/chelsea-sign-21-year-old-palestra-from-atalanta/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:39:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/chelsea-sign-21-year-old-palestra-from-atalanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can France win with less possession? One big quest...]]></title><description><![CDATA[As this week sees the World Cup field cut from 32 to 16, we're wondering what the biggest issue is for each team still in the tournament -- like can France win if they don't control possession?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/can-france-win-with-less-possession-one-big-quest/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:39:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/can-france-win-with-less-possession-one-big-quest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, news as England prep for knockout clash vs. Congo DR - July 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[England prepare for crunch knockout clash against Congo DR to set up round of 16 tie with Mexico, and you can stay across the build-up with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-england-prep-for-knockout-clash-vs-congo-dr-july-1/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:47:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-england-prep-for-knockout-clash-vs-congo-dr-july-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bielsa on Uruguay exit: 'Nobody cares what I know'...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marcelo Bielsa has said that "nobody was interested" in what he transmitted after Uruguay were knocked out of the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bielsa-on-uruguay-exit-nobody-cares-what-i-know/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:47:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bielsa-on-uruguay-exit-nobody-cares-what-i-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three die in Mexico WC knockout win celebrations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three people have died from asphyxiation in Mexico City during World Cup celebrations, local authorities confirmed on Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/three-die-in-mexico-wc-knockout-win-celebrations/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:59:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/three-die-in-mexico-wc-knockout-win-celebrations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, news as England prep for knockout clash vs. DR Congo - July 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mexico won their first knockout match for 40 years as they beat Ecuador 2-0 to set up a potential showdown with England and you can follow all of the day's news with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-england-prep-for-knockout-clash-vs-dr-congo-july-1/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:28:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-england-prep-for-knockout-clash-vs-dr-congo-july-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Man City chose Enzo Maresca as Guardiola's hei...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enzo Maresca replacing Pep Guardiola was Manchester City's long-term strategy, something the Italian's former club Chelsea have changed since his exit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/why-man-city-chose-enzo-maresca-as-guardiolas-hei/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:28:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/why-man-city-chose-enzo-maresca-as-guardiolas-hei/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ranking all 20 Premier League clubs on transfer wo...]]></title><description><![CDATA[One year on from a bumper 2025 summer Premier League window, we've decided to rate all 20 teams' incoming signings on their immediate impact and scope to improve.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ranking-all-20-premier-league-clubs-on-transfer-wo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:28:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ranking-all-20-premier-league-clubs-on-transfer-wo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jérémy Jacquet officially joins Liverpool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool have completed the signing of France U21 centre-back J&eacute;r&eacute;my Jacquet from Rennes in a deal worth up to &pound;60million.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jrmy-jacquet-officially-joins-liverpool/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:28:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jrmy-jacquet-officially-joins-liverpool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beccacece steps down as Ecuador coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sebasti&aacute;n Beccacece has confirmed he will not continue as head coach of Ecuador following the team's elimination from the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/beccacece-steps-down-as-ecuador-coach/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:40:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/beccacece-steps-down-as-ecuador-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paquetá to have intensive treatment on injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lucas Paquet&aacute; will undergo intensive treatment on a hamstring injury in the hope of playing for Brazil at the World Cup again.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/paquet-to-have-intensive-treatment-on-injury/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:41:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/paquet-to-have-intensive-treatment-on-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What it feels like to pull off a World Cup upset: ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paraguay's win over Germany in the round of 32 is the latest World Cup shock in a long line of them, including famous upsets like Ireland over Italy in 1994 and Norway over Brazil in 1998. What's it feel like to beat a giant?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/what-it-feels-like-to-pull-off-a-world-cup-upset-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:10:30 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/what-it-feels-like-to-pull-off-a-world-cup-upset-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mexico send a World Cup message from 'Fortress Azt...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Estadio Azteca was deafening on Tuesday night as Mexico picked up their first win in a World Cup knockout match in 40 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-send-a-world-cup-message-from-fortress-azt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:10:30 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-send-a-world-cup-message-from-fortress-azt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prepping for CFL 2026 | Inside Training | Mohun Bagan Super Giant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prepping for CFL 2026 | Inside Training | Mohun Bagan Super Giant]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/prepping-for-cfl-2026-inside-training-mohun-bagan-super-giant/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/prepping-for-cfl-2026-inside-training-mohun-bagan-super-giant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What it feels like to pull off a World Cup upset: Luck, magic and becoming a legend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paraguay's win over Germany in the round of 32 is the latest World Cup shock in a long line of them, including famous upsets like Ireland over Italy in 1994 and Norway over Brazil in 1998. What's it feel like to beat a giant?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/what-it-feels-like-to-pull-off-a-world-cup-upset-luck-magic-and-becoming-a-legend/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:38:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/what-it-feels-like-to-pull-off-a-world-cup-upset-luck-magic-and-becoming-a-legend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transfer rumors, news: USMNT's Pulisic on six-man ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[USMNT star Christian Pulisic could be headed back to the Premier League. Transfer Talk has the latest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-usmnts-pulisic-on-six-man-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:38:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/transfer-rumors-news-usmnts-pulisic-on-six-man-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unfit stars, wasting chances: Are Spain still amon...]]></title><description><![CDATA[They may have booked a round-of-32 tie vs. Austria as group winners, but Spain's performances raised doubts about the team and coach Luis de la Fuente.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/unfit-stars-wasting-chances-are-spain-still-amon/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:05:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/unfit-stars-wasting-chances-are-spain-still-amon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, news as Mexico set up potential England tie with win over Ecuador - July 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mexico won their first knockout match for 40 years as they beat Ecuador 2-0 to set up a potential showdown with England and you can follow all of the day's news with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-mexico-set-up-potential-england-tie-with-win-over-ecuador-july-1/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:27:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-mexico-set-up-potential-england-tie-with-win-over-ecuador-july-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A successful trial shift. HR will be in touch. 😂#AllInForChennaiyin]]></title><description><![CDATA[A successful trial shift. HR will be in touch. 😂#AllInForChennaiyin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-successful-trial-shift-hr-will-be-in-touch-allinforchennaiyin/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/a-successful-trial-shift-hr-will-be-in-touch-allinforchennaiyin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England vs. Congo DR line-ups: World Cup 2026 pred...]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN predicts England's starting line-up against Congo DR in the World Cup round of 32 tie.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-congo-dr-line-ups-world-cup-2026-pred/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:45:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-congo-dr-line-ups-world-cup-2026-pred/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England strive to avoid World Cup woe in a city no...]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN's Tom Hamilton warns that Atlanta, where England will play Congo DR at the World Cup, has destroyed dreams before...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-strive-to-avoid-world-cup-woe-in-a-city-no/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:45:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-strive-to-avoid-world-cup-woe-in-a-city-no/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mexico oust Ecuador with first World Cup knockout ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mexico won their first World Cup knockout stage match in 40 years after dispatching Ecuador 2-0 in front an electric crowd at Estadio Azteca on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-oust-ecuador-with-first-world-cup-knockout-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:43:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-oust-ecuador-with-first-world-cup-knockout-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jiménez, Quiñones help Mexico past Ecuador, into R...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mexico will now face either England or DR Congo in Mexico City in the Round of 16.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jimnez-quiones-help-mexico-past-ecuador-into-r/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:43:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jimnez-quiones-help-mexico-past-ecuador-into-r/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mexico oust Ecuador, 1st WC KO win in 40 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mexico won their first World Cup knockout stage match in 40 years after dispatching Ecuador 2-0 in front an electric crowd at Estadio Azteca on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-oust-ecuador-1st-wc-ko-win-in-40-years/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:11:08 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-oust-ecuador-1st-wc-ko-win-in-40-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mexico oust Ecuador for first World Cup knockout w...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mexico won their first World Cup knockout stage match in 40 years after dispatching Ecuador 2-0 in front an electric crowd at the Estadio Azteca on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-oust-ecuador-for-first-world-cup-knockout-w/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 06:33:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-oust-ecuador-for-first-world-cup-knockout-w/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mexico 2 - 0 Ecuador: Quiñones, Jimenez goals send...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mexico beat Ecuador 2 - 0 as they won a World Cup knockout match for the first time in 40 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-2-0-ecuador-quiones-jimenez-goals-send/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 06:33:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-2-0-ecuador-quiones-jimenez-goals-send/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do Brazil have a plan? One big question for every World Cup round-of-16 team]]></title><description><![CDATA[As this week sees the World Cup field cut from 32 to 16, we're wondering what the biggest issue is for each team still in the tournament -- like do Brazil have a plan?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/do-brazil-have-a-plan-one-big-question-for-every-world-cup-round-of-16-team/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 06:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/do-brazil-have-a-plan-one-big-question-for-every-world-cup-round-of-16-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bielsa steps down after 'painful' Uruguay WC exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marcelo Bielsa took full responsibility on Tuesday for Uruguay's group-stage elimination from the 2026 World Cup, calling the exit frustrating and painful as his three-year contract with the federation officially came to an end.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bielsa-steps-down-after-painful-uruguay-wc-exit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:50:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/bielsa-steps-down-after-painful-uruguay-wc-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA clarifies crucial call to disallow Germany go...]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA explained Tuesday the tighter regulations that resulted in Germany having a potentially game-winning goal disallowed in their shock elimination from the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fifa-clarifies-crucial-call-to-disallow-germany-go/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:28:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/fifa-clarifies-crucial-call-to-disallow-germany-go/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivory Coast's Amad: Late Haaland goal 'too easy']]></title><description><![CDATA[Ivory Coast winger Amad Diallo said his side gave Manchester City striker Erling Haaland "too much space" after the Norway forward scored the late winner in Tuesday's 2-1 World Cup round-of-32 clash in Dallas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ivory-coasts-amad-late-haaland-goal-too-easy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 03:13:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ivory-coasts-amad-late-haaland-goal-too-easy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France have Mbappé but are so much more -- and tha...]]></title><description><![CDATA[How do you beat a team with so much attacking firepower? If France's win over Sweden is any indication, it might be impossible.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-have-mbapp-but-are-so-much-more-and-tha/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 03:13:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-have-mbapp-but-are-so-much-more-and-tha/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kessi&eacute; hints at int'l retirement after WCup exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ivory Coast captain Franck Kessi&eacute; has acknowledged that he's considering his international future following his country's elimination from the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kessieacute-hints-at-intl-retirement-after-wcup-exit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 02:46:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kessieacute-hints-at-intl-retirement-after-wcup-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England's Tuchel: Big-name WC exits can 'calm us']]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel has said surprise early World Cup exits for Germany and Netherlands will "calm our minds" and help England not to "over-expect" when facing Congo DR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/englands-tuchel-big-name-wc-exits-can-calm-us/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 02:46:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/englands-tuchel-big-name-wc-exits-can-calm-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mexico vs. Ecuador LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates fr...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Follow live coverage from the 2026 FIFA World Cup round-of-32 clash between Mexico and Ecuador.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-vs-ecuador-live-world-cup-2026-updates-fr/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 02:21:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mexico-vs-ecuador-live-world-cup-2026-updates-fr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[James, Quansah out of England-Congo DR at WC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel has confirmed Reece James and Jarell Quansah will miss England's round of 32 clash with Congo DR on Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/james-quansah-out-of-england-congo-dr-at-wc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 02:21:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/james-quansah-out-of-england-congo-dr-at-wc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France 3-0 Sweden: Kylian Mbappé hits sixth goal a...]]></title><description><![CDATA[A brace from Kylian Mbapp&eacute; contributed to an electric France performance as they swept Sweden 3-0 to progress to the last 16 of the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-3-0-sweden-kylian-mbapp-hits-sixth-goal-a/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 02:21:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-3-0-sweden-kylian-mbapp-hits-sixth-goal-a/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbappé sets record to lead France past Sweden]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbapp&eacute; broke the record for most goals in World Cup knockout matches and moved within a single goal of Lionel Messi's overall tournament mark, as his two goals led France to a 3-0 win over Sweden.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbapp-sets-record-to-lead-france-past-sweden/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 01:06:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mbapp-sets-record-to-lead-france-past-sweden/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Koeman quits as Netherlands boss after WC exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ronald Koeman is out as the Netherlands head coach, following the team's exit to Morocco at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/koeman-quits-as-netherlands-boss-after-wc-exit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:14:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/koeman-quits-as-netherlands-boss-after-wc-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When it comes to Norway's World Cup dreams, it's a...]]></title><description><![CDATA[While he has a very talented and capable supporting cast, Norway's dreams of World Cup glory rest on the shoulders, and goals, of Erling Haaland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/when-it-comes-to-norways-world-cup-dreams-its-a/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:57:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/when-it-comes-to-norways-world-cup-dreams-its-a/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France vs Sweden LIVE: Latest World Cup 2026 updat...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pre-tournament favourites France take on Sweden in what should be a fascinating round of 32 encounter at the 2026 World Cup, and you can follow the action with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-vs-sweden-live-latest-world-cup-2026-updat/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:57:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-vs-sweden-live-latest-world-cup-2026-updat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Hackney set to join Everton from Boro]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everton are set to complete the signing of Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney for a fee in the region of &pound;25m, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-hackney-set-to-join-everton-from-boro/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:03:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-hackney-set-to-join-everton-from-boro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rice: England's penalty takers better than ever]]></title><description><![CDATA[Declan Rice says England have the best crop of penalty takers they have ever had as they head into the knockout stages of the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rice-englands-penalty-takers-better-than-ever/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:03:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rice-englands-penalty-takers-better-than-ever/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivory Coast 1-2 Norway: Erling Haaland winner sets...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland starred again as his winner sent Norway past Ivory Coast for the country's first knockout round win in their history.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ivory-coast-1-2-norway-erling-haaland-winner-sets/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:03:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ivory-coast-1-2-norway-erling-haaland-winner-sets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[José Doesn't Want to See Penalties ❌]]></title><description><![CDATA[José Doesn't Want to See Penalties ❌]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jos-doesnt-want-to-see-penalties-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jos-doesnt-want-to-see-penalties-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haaland scores as Norway knock out Ivory Coast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland sent Norway into a round of 16 clash with Brazil by scoring an 86th minute winner against Ivory Coast in Dallas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/haaland-scores-as-norway-knock-out-ivory-coast/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:37:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/haaland-scores-as-norway-knock-out-ivory-coast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Germany Got Bounced  ❌]]></title><description><![CDATA[Germany Got Bounced❌]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/germany-got-bounced-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/germany-got-bounced-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Germany 𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗧 On Penalties 😮]]></title><description><![CDATA[Germany 𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗧 On Penalties 😮]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/germany-on-penalties-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/germany-on-penalties-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Spurs agree £85m deal to sign Fernandes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham have agreed a club-record &pound;85 million ($112m) deal with West Ham to sign Mateus Fernandes, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-spurs-agree-85m-deal-to-sign-fernandes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:40:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-spurs-agree-85m-deal-to-sign-fernandes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quansah, James absent from England training]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jarell Quansah and Reece James were both absent from England's final squad training session ahead of their round of 32 World Cup showdown with the Democratic Republic of Congo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/quansah-james-absent-from-england-training/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:40:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/quansah-james-absent-from-england-training/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Son apologizes for South Korea World Cup exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Korea captain Son Heung-min has apologized for the team's group-stage exit at the World Cup, saying he is "indescribably hurt" and eager to "win the hearts" of the nation once again.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/son-apologizes-for-south-korea-world-cup-exit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:15:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/son-apologizes-for-south-korea-world-cup-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Norway's 'Viking Row' was made, and then took ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[You've seen the viral images of Norway fans and their "Viking Row," the latest in a long tradition of iconic team chants at the World Cup. Only, this one isn't rooted in history, but the notepad of a superfan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-norways-viking-row-was-made-and-then-took-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:15:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-norways-viking-row-was-made-and-then-took-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four reasons why we think 'it's coming home' for E...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite not looking brilliant during the group stage, England are among the betting favorites to win the 2026 World Cup and ... well ... Bill Connelly is a believer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/four-reasons-why-we-think-its-coming-home-for-e/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:15:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/four-reasons-why-we-think-its-coming-home-for-e/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tottenham's Anton&iacute;n Kinsky signs new contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anton&iacute;n Kinsky has signed a new contract at Tottenham, with head coach Roberto De Zerbi saying he is developing into "one of the best goalkeepers in Europe."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tottenhams-antoniacuten-kinsky-signs-new-contract/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:24:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tottenhams-antoniacuten-kinsky-signs-new-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi into the Spider-Verse: GOAT stars with Tom H...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Given his superhuman soccer talents, it was just a matter of time before Lionel Messi became the latest big-name star to enter the superhero world.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-into-the-spider-verse-goat-stars-with-tom-h/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:55:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-into-the-spider-verse-goat-stars-with-tom-h/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivory Coast vs. Norway LIVE: World Cup 2026 update...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland's Norway face Ivory Coast in an intriguing-looking World Cup round-of-32 clash - follow it live with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ivory-coast-vs-norway-live-world-cup-2026-update/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:55:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ivory-coast-vs-norway-live-world-cup-2026-update/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Congo DR scouting report: A closer look at England...]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN Africa correspondent Ed Dove provides the lowdown on Congo DR ahead of their game against England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/congo-dr-scouting-report-a-closer-look-at-england/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:55:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/congo-dr-scouting-report-a-closer-look-at-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AC Milan sign Portugal's Gon&ccedil;alo Ramos from PSG]]></title><description><![CDATA[AC Milan have confirmed the signing of Portugal forward Gon&ccedil;alo Ramos from Paris Saint-Germain, the Italian club has announced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ac-milan-sign-portugals-gonccedilalo-ramos-from-psg/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:55:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ac-milan-sign-portugals-gonccedilalo-ramos-from-psg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coach called Cusack a 'psycho,' inquest hears]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Sheffield United midfielder Maddy Cusack's coach had called her a "psycho" and was playing mind games with her before her death, an inquest has heard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/coach-called-cusack-a-psycho-inquest-hears/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:29:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/coach-called-cusack-a-psycho-inquest-hears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cape Verde president: 'We can beat Argentina 1-0']]></title><description><![CDATA[Cape Verde president Jose Maria Neves has said that he believes his country 'can beat Argentina 1-0' in their Round of 32 clash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/cape-verde-president-we-can-beat-argentina-1-0/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:37:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/cape-verde-president-we-can-beat-argentina-1-0/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Man City chose Maresca as Guardiola's heir, an...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enzo Maresca replacing Pep Guardiola was Manchester City's long-term strategy, something the Italian's former club Chelsea have changed since his exit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/why-man-city-chose-maresca-as-guardiolas-heir-an/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:44:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/why-man-city-chose-maresca-as-guardiolas-heir-an/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pickford: England will 'go to war' for Tuchel]]></title><description><![CDATA[England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford is in no doubt 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León exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona are set to bolster their defence with the signings of Renee van Asten and Martina Fern&aacute;ndez after losing Mapi Le&oacute;n this summer, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-bara-bolstering-defence-after-len-exit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:53:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-bara-bolstering-defence-after-len-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Klinsmann: Germany WCup exit 'an embarrassment']]></title><description><![CDATA[J&uuml;rgen Klinsmann has called Germany's exit from the World Cup at the hands of Paraguay "an embarrassment."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/klinsmann-germany-wcup-exit-an-embarrassment/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:53:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/klinsmann-germany-wcup-exit-an-embarrassment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Norway's 'Viking Row' was made, and then took over the World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[You've seen the viral images of Norway fans and their "Viking Row," the latest in a long tradition of iconic team chants at the World Cup. Only, this one isn't rooted in history, but the notepad of a super-fan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-norways-viking-row-was-made-and-then-took-over-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:00:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/how-norways-viking-row-was-made-and-then-took-over-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top U.S. official 'so happy' at Iran WC exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[A top United States government official said he is "so happy" that Iran are out of the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/top-us-official-so-happy-at-iran-wc-exit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:33:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/top-us-official-so-happy-at-iran-wc-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paraguay head coach hails his '26 legends']]></title><description><![CDATA[Paraguay coach Gustavo Alfaro described Monday's epic win over Germany on penalties as the "greatest victory of my life" and hailed his "26 legends."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/paraguay-head-coach-hails-his-26-legends/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:33:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/paraguay-head-coach-hails-his-26-legends/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, news as German...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prep begins ahead of Germany's clash with Ivory Coast and France playing Sweden tonight at the 2026 World Cup, you can catch all of the action on ESPN throughout the day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-german/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:04:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-news-as-german/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neymar pokes fun at German mathematician]]></title><description><![CDATA[Neymar poked fun at German mathematician Joachim Klement, who wrongly predicted that Brazil would lose to Japan in the Round of 32 and the Netherlands would lift the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/neymar-pokes-fun-at-german-mathematician/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:01:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/neymar-pokes-fun-at-german-mathematician/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Klopp plays down Germany job links after WC exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jurgen Klopp has said it is "not the right moment" to talk about becoming head coach of Germany following their World Cup exit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/klopp-plays-down-germany-job-links-after-wc-exit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:01:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/klopp-plays-down-germany-job-links-after-wc-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Klopp aims dig at Arsenal after Germany WC exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[J&uuml;rgen Klopp has slammed the VAR decision to rule out a Germany goal in extra time against Paraguay, following the shock exit of the four-time world champions in the round-of-32.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/klopp-aims-dig-at-arsenal-after-germany-wc-exit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:01:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/klopp-aims-dig-at-arsenal-after-germany-wc-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transfer rumors, news: Olise asks for Bayern meeti...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise has asked for a meeting about his future amid interest from Europe's biggest clubs. 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Thomas Tuchel has said "the tournament starts now," so how far can they go?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-approach-world-cup-knockouts-still-with-pl/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:15:17 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-approach-world-cup-knockouts-still-with-pl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nagelsmann: Germany no longer 'first-class team']]></title><description><![CDATA[ulian Nagelsmann said Germany are no longer a "first-class team" after another early World Cup exit, but added he wants to stay on as head coach following their penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/nagelsmann-germany-no-longer-first-class-team/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:22:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/nagelsmann-germany-no-longer-first-class-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morocco win shootout in early WC exit for Dutch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morocco beat the Netherlands in a penalty shootout after the match finished 1-1 Monday night to advance to the round of 16.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/morocco-win-shootout-in-early-wc-exit-for-dutch/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:22:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/morocco-win-shootout-in-early-wc-exit-for-dutch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Koeman's lack of Dutch courage exposed by magnific...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Setting up a Netherlands team to play anti-football was always a gamble from Ronald Koeman. On Monday, it backfired spectacularly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/koemans-lack-of-dutch-courage-exposed-by-magnific/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:22:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/koemans-lack-of-dutch-courage-exposed-by-magnific/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners got the moves 🕺💚♥️]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mariners got the moves 🕺💚♥️]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mariners-got-the-moves-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mariners-got-the-moves-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morocco win shootout in early World Cup exit for D...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morocco beat the Netherlands in a penalty shootout after the match finished 1-1 to advance to the round of 16 on Monday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/morocco-win-shootout-in-early-world-cup-exit-for-d/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:28:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/morocco-win-shootout-in-early-world-cup-exit-for-d/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Netherlands 1(2) -1(3) Morocco: Saibari scores win...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Issa Diop's 91st minute equaliser after Cody Gakpo's opener forced extra-time, with Morocco going through on penalties.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/netherlands-12-13-morocco-saibari-scores-win/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 06:32:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/netherlands-12-13-morocco-saibari-scores-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morocco win shootout to send Netherlands home]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morocco beat the Netherlands in a penalty shootout after the match finished 1-1 to advance to the round of 16 on Monday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/morocco-win-shootout-to-send-netherlands-home/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 06:32:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/morocco-win-shootout-to-send-netherlands-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's official: Germany are no longer a soccer supe...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Germany expected Paraguay to be "an uncomfortable opponent," but the South American side were so much more: They ended Die Mannschaft's World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/its-official-germany-are-no-longer-a-soccer-supe/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 06:32:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/its-official-germany-are-no-longer-a-soccer-supe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup VAR review: Why Germany were wrongly den...]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the tournament, we are taking a look at the major incidents to examine and explain the process in terms of both VAR protocol and the laws of the game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-var-review-why-germany-were-wrongly-den/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 02:16:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-var-review-why-germany-were-wrongly-den/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Japan coach on WC loss to Brazil: Gap closing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Japan hung in until the very end Monday but were eliminated from the tournament -- the third straight time Japan has had the lead in the knockout round and lost.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/japan-coach-on-wc-loss-to-brazil-gap-closing/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 02:16:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/japan-coach-on-wc-loss-to-brazil-gap-closing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paraguay stun Germany on pens after VAR drama]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kai Havertz, Nick Woltemade and Jonathan Tah missed crucial penalties as Germany were eliminated from the World Cup in a shootout by Paraguay.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/paraguay-stun-germany-on-pens-after-var-drama/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 01:54:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/paraguay-stun-germany-on-pens-after-var-drama/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Netherlands vs. Morocco LIVE: World Cup 2026 updat...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Follow along as Netherlands and Morocco face off in a blockbuster Round-of-32 clash in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/netherlands-vs-morocco-live-world-cup-2026-updat/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 01:54:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/netherlands-vs-morocco-live-world-cup-2026-updat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lindel&ouml;f impressed by wife's barroom bull ride]]></title><description><![CDATA[Maja Nilsson Lindel&ouml;f posted an Instagram video Thursday of herself getting tossed from the bar-based bovine the night Sweden played Japan in Texas during the World Cup, adding: "Still a bit drunk while posting this, might delete later."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/lindeloumlf-impressed-by-wifes-barroom-bull-ride/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 01:54:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/lindeloumlf-impressed-by-wifes-barroom-bull-ride/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don't worry Germany, José has found the ball from that penalty 🫣]]></title><description><![CDATA[Don't worry Germany, José has found the ball from that penalty 🫣]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/dont-worry-germany-jos-has-found-the-ball-from-that-penalty-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 01:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/dont-worry-germany-jos-has-found-the-ball-from-that-penalty-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madueke: England take pen. practice 'seriously']]></title><description><![CDATA[Noni Madueke says England are taking penalty practice "extremely seriously" as Thomas Tuchel's side head into the World Cup knockout stage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/madueke-england-take-pen-practice-seriously/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:25:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/madueke-england-take-pen-practice-seriously/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Fire complete Lewandowski signing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chicago Fire FC have completed the signing of former Barcelona and Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/chicago-fire-complete-lewandowski-signing/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:25:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/chicago-fire-complete-lewandowski-signing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[THE UNEXPECTED NAME LEADING FIFA'S DEFENDING POWER RANKINGS]]></title><description><![CDATA[THE UNEXPECTED NAME LEADING FIFA'S DEFENDING POWER RANKINGS]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-unexpected-name-leading-fifas-defending-power-rankings/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-unexpected-name-leading-fifas-defending-power-rankings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Casemiro: 'Calm' key to Brazil win over Japan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Casemiro said Brazil avoided one of the all-time great World Cup shocks against Japan by keeping "calm."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/casemiro-calm-key-to-brazil-win-over-japan/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:36:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/casemiro-calm-key-to-brazil-win-over-japan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nico Paz to stay at Como; Madrid deal reached]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid, Como and Nico Paz have reached an agreement for the player to stay at the Italian club next season]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/nico-paz-to-stay-at-como-madrid-deal-reached/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:19:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/nico-paz-to-stay-at-como-madrid-deal-reached/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of Brazil survive World Cup scare against Japan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gabriel Martinelli scored a stoppage-time winner for Brazil to beat plucky Japan 2-1 in the round of 32 at the World Cup on Monday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-brazil-survive-world-cup-scare-against-japan/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:19:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-brazil-survive-world-cup-scare-against-japan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brazil avoid World Cup shock with late win vs. Jap...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil's ageing stars left it late to beat Japan 2-1 and reach the World Cup's round of 16. 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Now, the Samurai Blue feel like the tables are starting to turn.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/twenty-years-later-japan-are-more-than-ready-for-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:39:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/twenty-years-later-japan-are-more-than-ready-for-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brazil vs Japan LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates as fi...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The second match of the World Cup round of 32 is upon us as Brazil take on Japan, and you can follow it live with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/brazil-vs-japan-live-world-cup-2026-updates-as-fi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:39:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/brazil-vs-japan-live-world-cup-2026-updates-as-fi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France have been waiting for Dembele to show up. N...]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's taken a long time for Ousmane Dembele to replicate his PSG form for the France national team, but Friday's hat trick vs. Norway has him primed for more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-have-been-waiting-for-dembele-to-show-up-n/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:06:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/france-have-been-waiting-for-dembele-to-show-up-n/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of From Messi to Haaland: Which World Cup front-runne...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The superstars have shown up at the 2026 World Cup, but which team is most reliant on its talisman to keep moving through the competition?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-from-messi-to-haaland-which-world-cup-front-runne/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:06:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-from-messi-to-haaland-which-world-cup-front-runne/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of What Bafana Bafana need to level up after World Cu...]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa's World Cup can end with pride, as Hugo Broos's side reached the knockout stages for the first time in history, having overcoming an early setback with the opening defeat by Mexico in the process.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-what-bafana-bafana-need-to-level-up-after-world-cu/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:36:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-what-bafana-bafana-need-to-level-up-after-world-cu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kerr completes Gotham FC move after Chelsea exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sam Kerr has completed a switch back to Gotham FC in the NWSL after leaving Chelsea.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kerr-completes-gotham-fc-move-after-chelsea-exit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:04:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kerr-completes-gotham-fc-move-after-chelsea-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea hit out after Maresca takes over at City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have formally announced Enzo Maresca as their new manager amid Chelsea claims that the Italian will personally pay compensation for the move.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/chelsea-hit-out-after-maresca-takes-over-at-city/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:13:15 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/chelsea-hit-out-after-maresca-takes-over-at-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maresca in as Guardiola's Man City successor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enzo Maresca has been appointed as Pep Guardiola's successor after Manchester City agreed a compensation package with Chelsea.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/maresca-in-as-guardiolas-man-city-successor/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:13:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/maresca-in-as-guardiolas-man-city-successor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Messi to Haaland: Which World Cup frontrunner...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The superstars have shown up at the 2026 World Cup, but which team is most reliant on its talisman to keep moving through the competition?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/from-messi-to-haaland-which-world-cup-frontrunner/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:41:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/from-messi-to-haaland-which-world-cup-frontrunner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 today: Live updates and news as Can...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canada became the first team to book their spot in the round of 16. Follow all the latest news across the World Cup with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-and-news-as-can/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:54:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-and-news-as-can/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners the artists 🧑‍🎨 🎨]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mariners the artists 🧑‍🎨 🎨]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mariners-the-artists-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/mariners-the-artists-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canada beat South Africa, reach round of 16 for fi...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stephen Eust&aacute;quio scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage time, and Canada beat South Africa 1-0 on Sunday for their first knockout match victory in a World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/canada-beat-south-africa-reach-round-of-16-for-fi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:05:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/canada-beat-south-africa-reach-round-of-16-for-fi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Diomande close to preferred PSG move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paris Saint-Germain are preparing to close the deal for the transfer of Yan Diomand&eacute; after positive initial talks with the German club, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-diomande-close-to-preferred-psg-move/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:04:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-diomande-close-to-preferred-psg-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Germany boss: Paraguay an 'uncomfortable' game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Julian Nagelsmann said Paraguay are an "uncomfortable" opponent for Germany in the round of 32 and believes his team will need a "perfect" performance to get through.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/germany-boss-paraguay-an-uncomfortable-game/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 02:21:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/germany-boss-paraguay-an-uncomfortable-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ancelotti refuses to engage in Japan 'mind games']]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti refused to engage in 'mind games' ahead of the round of 32 clash with Japan on Monday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ancelotti-refuses-to-engage-in-japan-mind-games/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 02:21:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ancelotti-refuses-to-engage-in-japan-mind-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel urges Bellingham to 'keep going' in KOs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel is delighted to see England star Jude Bellingham shining on the biggest stage and has challenged the midfielder to sparkle in the World Cup knockout rounds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-urges-bellingham-to-keep-going-in-kos/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 01:31:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-urges-bellingham-to-keep-going-in-kos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reranking Europe's top clubs by player performance...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and PSG players have impressed, but which clubs around the world have had the best players in the tournament after the group stage?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/reranking-europes-top-clubs-by-player-performance/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 01:31:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/reranking-europes-top-clubs-by-player-performance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kubo out vs Brazil but Japan can 'change history']]></title><description><![CDATA[For the third consecutive game Japan will be without key playmaker Takefusa Kubo for Monday's massive round-of-32 meeting with Brazil.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kubo-out-vs-brazil-but-japan-can-change-history/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 01:31:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kubo-out-vs-brazil-but-japan-can-change-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gab Marcotti's Best XI of World Cup group stage: M...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 World Cup group stage has given us tons to cheer about, from superstars on form to wonderful underdog stories. How do you turn that into a best XI? Gab Marcotti gives it a shot.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/gab-marcottis-best-xi-of-world-cup-group-stage-m/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 01:31:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/gab-marcottis-best-xi-of-world-cup-group-stage-m/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Working Out Those Third-Place Teams 🙃]]></title><description><![CDATA[Working Out Those Third-Place Teams 🙃]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/working-out-those-third-place-teams-/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/working-out-those-third-place-teams-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Future looks bright, but South Africa need to solv...]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa's first ever World Cup knockout game ended in a heartbreaking 1-0 round of 32 loss to Canada, and while Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Ime Okon played superbly, Bafana's woes upfront left them in an impossible position.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/future-looks-bright-but-south-africa-need-to-solv/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 23:58:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/future-looks-bright-but-south-africa-need-to-solv/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canada beat SA, reach round of 16 for 1st time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stephen Eust&aacute;quio scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage time, and Canada beat South Africa 1-0 on Sunday for its first knockout match victory in a World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/canada-beat-sa-reach-round-of-16-for-1st-time/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 23:58:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/canada-beat-sa-reach-round-of-16-for-1st-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can DR Congo Upset England? 😮]]></title><description><![CDATA[Can DR Congo Upset England? 😮]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/can-dr-congo-upset-england-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 23:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/can-dr-congo-upset-england-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup VAR review: Why didn't Canada get a pena...]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the tournament, we are taking a look at the major incidents to examine and explain the process in terms of both VAR protocol and the laws of the game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-var-review-why-didnt-canada-get-a-pena/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 23:40:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-var-review-why-didnt-canada-get-a-pena/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Co-hosts Canada beat SA to book 1st last-16 spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stephen Eust&aacute;quio scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage time, and Canada beat South Africa 1-0 on Sunday for its first knockout match victory in a World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/co-hosts-canada-beat-sa-to-book-1st-last-16-spot/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 23:40:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/co-hosts-canada-beat-sa-to-book-1st-last-16-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tiny Mourinho Reacts to Argentina Advancing 😂]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tiny Mourinho Reacts to Argentina Advancing 😂]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tiny-mourinho-reacts-to-argentina-advancing-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 22:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tiny-mourinho-reacts-to-argentina-advancing-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Korea coach quits after WC exit, criticism]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Korea coach Hong Myung-Bo resigned Sunday, a day after the team's quick elimination from the World Cup and following heavy criticism from the country's president.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/south-korea-coach-quits-after-wc-exit-criticism/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 22:22:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/south-korea-coach-quits-after-wc-exit-criticism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colombia Gets José's Seal of Approval 🤝]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colombia Gets José's Seal of Approval 🤝]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/colombia-gets-joss-seal-of-approval-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 21:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/colombia-gets-joss-seal-of-approval-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will the real England please stand up? Tuchel's side enter knockouts still searching for identity]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESPN's Tom Hamilton assesses England's group stage, the questions still surrounding Thomas Tuchel's side and why the knockouts will reveal their true identity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/will-the-real-england-please-stand-up-tuchels-side-enter-knockouts-still-searching-for-identity/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 21:22:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/will-the-real-england-please-stand-up-tuchels-side-enter-knockouts-still-searching-for-identity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copy of World Cup 2026 Power Rankings after group stage: F...]]></title><description><![CDATA[And then there were 32. We're done with the group stage, but what do our writers and experts think the field of favorites looks like as we enter the win-or-go-home phase?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-world-cup-2026-power-rankings-after-group-stage-f/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 20:55:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/copy-of-world-cup-2026-power-rankings-after-group-stage-f/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canada vs. South Africa LIVE: World Cup 2026 updat...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canada face South Africa in the first knockout match of the 2026 World Cup in Los Angeles, with both sides in the knockouts for the first time in their history.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/canada-vs-south-africa-live-world-cup-2026-updat/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 20:55:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/canada-vs-south-africa-live-world-cup-2026-updat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[José &amp; Mourinho Aren't Happy With Portugal 😬]]></title><description><![CDATA[José &amp; Mourinho Aren't Happy With Portugal 😬]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jos-amp-mourinho-arent-happy-with-portugal-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 20:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jos-amp-mourinho-arent-happy-with-portugal-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 Power Rankings after group stage: F...]]></title><description><![CDATA[And then there were 32. We're done with the group stage, but what do our writers and experts think the field of favorites looks like as we enter the win-or-go-home phase?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-power-rankings-after-group-stage-f/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 17:11:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-power-rankings-after-group-stage-f/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, latest news as Canada, South Africa prep for knockout clash - June 28]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Cup knockout stage is finally upon us, and England will be there. Follow all the latest news across the day right here, with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-latest-news-as-canada-south-africa-prep-for-knockout-clash-june-28/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:40:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-latest-news-as-canada-south-africa-prep-for-knockout-clash-june-28/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The soundtrack of a perfect Sunday 💚♥️]]></title><description><![CDATA[The soundtrack of a perfect Sunday 💚♥️]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-soundtrack-of-a-perfect-sunday-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/the-soundtrack-of-a-perfect-sunday-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where did it all go wrong for Scotland? World Cup ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Tartan Army won over America, but Scotland leave the World Cup with regrets and without a manager. 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Follow all the latest news across the day right here, with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-latest-news-as-england-top-group-steve-clarke-steps-down-june-28/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 10:31:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-latest-news-as-england-top-group-steve-clarke-steps-down-june-28/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[José Mourinho is officially a José and Mourinho fan 🍿]]></title><description><![CDATA[José Mourinho is officially a José and Mourinho fan 🍿]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jos-mourinho-is-officially-a-jos-and-mourinho-fan-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 10:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jos-mourinho-is-officially-a-jos-and-mourinho-fan-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina show they can win without Messi but he s...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina found success against Jordan without Lionel Messi, but the 38-year-old still make an impact off the bench to extend his goal record.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-show-they-can-win-without-messi-but-he-s/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:23:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/argentina-show-they-can-win-without-messi-but-he-s/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 today: Live updates, latest news as England top group to face Congo DR - June 28]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Cup knockout stage is finally upon us, and England will be there. Follow all the latest news across the day right here, with ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-latest-news-as-england-top-group-to-face-congo-dr-june-28/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:50:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-2026-today-live-updates-latest-news-as-england-top-group-to-face-congo-dr-june-28/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Portugal draw might have cost World Cup one la...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portugal's draw with Colombia on Saturday means a destined quarterfinal matchup between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi is off until possibly the final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/why-portugal-draw-might-have-cost-world-cup-one-la/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:50:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/why-portugal-draw-might-have-cost-world-cup-one-la/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi nets again, Argentina cap flawless group run...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi came off the bench in Argentina's group stage finale against Jordan in the World Cup to score the third goal in a 3-1 victory for the reigning champions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-nets-again-argentina-cap-flawless-group-run/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:20:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/messi-nets-again-argentina-cap-flawless-group-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Could an overworked Ronaldo hurt Portugal's World ...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo has played every minute of Portugal's group stage campaign at the World Cup, but the refusal to manage his workload may come back to haunt them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/could-an-overworked-ronaldo-hurt-portugals-world-/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:20:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/could-an-overworked-ronaldo-hurt-portugals-world-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Algeria and Austria's dramatic draw sends Iran out...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Austria and Algeria played to a thrilling 3-3 draw Saturday night in what amounted to a win-win result in their World Cup group-stage finale, allowing both to advance to the knockout round while eliminating Iran from the tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/algeria-and-austrias-dramatic-draw-sends-iran-out/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 06:48:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/algeria-and-austrias-dramatic-draw-sends-iran-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Portugal boss: Ronaldo's lack of rest 'not an issu...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portugal coach Roberto Martinez has defended not resting Cristiano Ronaldo in their final group game against Colombia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/portugal-boss-ronaldos-lack-of-rest-not-an-issu/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:36:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/portugal-boss-ronaldos-lack-of-rest-not-an-issu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel vows England 'will get better' in knockouts...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel has vowed England will improve in the knockout rounds after topping Group L with a laboured 2-0 win over Panama at MetLife Stadium on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-vows-england-will-get-better-in-knockouts/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:16:19 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/tuchel-vows-england-will-get-better-in-knockouts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England to face DRC in World Cup Round of 32]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a dramatic comeback win, Democratic Republic of Congo will meet England in the Round of 32, it has been confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-to-face-drc-in-world-cup-round-of-32/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 04:00:18 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-to-face-drc-in-world-cup-round-of-32/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colombia take top spot after Portugal stalemate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colombia finished the World Cup 's opening round as the Group K winners after playing Portugal to a scoreless draw Saturday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/colombia-take-top-spot-after-portugal-stalemate/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 04:00:18 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/colombia-take-top-spot-after-portugal-stalemate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ageless Modric sets record as Croatia advance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Croatia head coach Zlatko Dalic hailed Luka Modric's performance as "truly fantastic" as the 40-year-old midfielder led his country into the knockout rounds for the third World Cup in a row.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ageless-modric-sets-record-as-croatia-advance/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 04:00:18 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ageless-modric-sets-record-as-croatia-advance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shearer: England relied on Bellingham and Kane]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shearer: England relied on brilliance of Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane in Panama win]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/shearer-england-relied-on-bellingham-and-kane/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 03:23:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/shearer-england-relied-on-bellingham-and-kane/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jordan vs Argentina LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates a...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Follow along for live updates as Lionel Messi's Argentina take on Jordan in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jordan-vs-argentina-live-world-cup-2026-updates-a/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 03:06:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jordan-vs-argentina-live-world-cup-2026-updates-a/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Still uninspiring, but England avoid nightmare Wor...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England earned a 2-0 win over Panama and topped Group L, but only after an almost painful first-half bereft of clear-cut chances.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/still-uninspiring-but-england-avoid-nightmare-wor/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 02:08:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/still-uninspiring-but-england-avoid-nightmare-wor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Panama vs England player ratings as Jude Bellingha...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland player ratings from their dismal 3-0 defeat to Brazil that leaves their qualification hopes hanging in the balance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/panama-vs-england-player-ratings-as-jude-bellingha/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 02:08:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/panama-vs-england-player-ratings-as-jude-bellingha/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canada's Davies ready for R32 after 'decoy' role]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alphonso Davies is available to play on Sunday against South Africa when Canada opens the World Cup's round of 32, coach Jesse Marsch said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/canadas-davies-ready-for-r32-after-decoy-role/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 02:08:09 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/canadas-davies-ready-for-r32-after-decoy-role/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland out of World Cup before KO stage again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland have been eliminated from the World Cup after failing to progress as one of the best performing third-placed teams.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/scotland-out-of-world-cup-before-ko-stage-again/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 01:13:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/scotland-out-of-world-cup-before-ko-stage-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England RB issues deepen as Quansah limps off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jarell Quansah was forced off injured in the second half of England's match against Panama, with Thomas Tuchel facing a potential injury crisis at right-back.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-rb-issues-deepen-as-quansah-limps-off/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 01:13:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-rb-issues-deepen-as-quansah-limps-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England 2-0 Panama: Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane go...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England secured their place in the round of 32 at the World Cup as Group L winners after second half goals from Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane were enough to get past Panama.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-2-0-panama-jude-bellingham-harry-kane-go/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 01:13:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-2-0-panama-jude-bellingham-harry-kane-go/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane breaks England World Cup goalscoring record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harry Kane has become England's all-time leading scorer at the World Cup after scoring in the Three Lions' final group stage game vs. Panama.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-breaks-england-world-cup-goalscoring-record/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:34:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kane-breaks-england-world-cup-goalscoring-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colombia vs. Portugal LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Follow along for live updates as Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal take on Colombia in the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/colombia-vs-portugal-live-world-cup-2026-updates/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:34:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/colombia-vs-portugal-live-world-cup-2026-updates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uruguay Sent Mourinho to Sleep 😴]]></title><description><![CDATA[Uruguay Sent Mourinho to Sleep 😴]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/uruguay-sent-mourinho-to-sleep-/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 22:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/uruguay-sent-mourinho-to-sleep-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England vs. Panama LIVE: World Cup 2026 updates as...]]></title><description><![CDATA[England play their third and final group match against Panama in New York as they look to guarantee top spot in Group L, and you can follow it live on ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-panama-live-world-cup-2026-updates-as/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 22:09:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/england-vs-panama-live-world-cup-2026-updates-as/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Croatia v Ghana LIVE - Follow along as the Black S...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghana go into their final group game against Croatia on Saturday knowing that results elsewhere have already secured them their place in the World Cup knockout stages for the first time since 2010.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/croatia-v-ghana-live-follow-along-as-the-black-s/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 22:09:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/croatia-v-ghana-live-follow-along-as-the-black-s/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Saka starts for England, Rice rested]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bukayo Saka is set to start for England in their final World Cup group game against Panama on Saturday, while Declan Rice has been rested, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-saka-starts-for-england-rice-rested/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 21:39:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-saka-starts-for-england-rice-rested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: City monitoring Morocco's Bouaddi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City are monitoring Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi ahead of a possible move this summer, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-city-monitoring-moroccos-bouaddi/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 21:39:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-city-monitoring-moroccos-bouaddi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Chelsea exploring deal for Granit Xhaka]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea are exploring a deal to sign Sunderland midfielder Granit Xhaka, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-chelsea-exploring-deal-for-granit-xhaka/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 21:39:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-chelsea-exploring-deal-for-granit-xhaka/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ousmane Dembélé Is a Special Talent ✨]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ousmane Dembélé Is a Special Talent ✨]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ousmane-dembl-is-a-special-talent-/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 21:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/ousmane-dembl-is-a-special-talent-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Haaland, No Party for Norway 😢]]></title><description><![CDATA[No Haaland, No Party for Norway 😢]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/no-haaland-no-party-for-norway-/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/no-haaland-no-party-for-norway-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup VAR review: Why was this late goal for I...]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the tournament, we are taking a look at the major incidents to examine and explain the process in terms of both VAR protocol and the laws of the game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-var-review-why-was-this-late-goal-for-i/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:33:17 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/world-cup-var-review-why-was-this-late-goal-for-i/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Russo: Tuchel's England 'deserve' WCup trophy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alessia Russo has said she believes England deserve to win the World Cup and that Thomas Tuchel's squad is stacked enough to go the whole way at the tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/russo-tuchels-england-deserve-wcup-trophy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:33:17 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/russo-tuchels-england-deserve-wcup-trophy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iran face wait over World Cup future, as fate inte...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Add their own fate at the World Cup to the long list of things Iran can't control. But Team Melli came close vs. Egypt with two moments of late, unscripted drama.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/iran-face-wait-over-world-cup-future-as-fate-inte/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:33:17 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/iran-face-wait-over-world-cup-future-as-fate-inte/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iran coach on VAR call: 'We're an unlucky team']]></title><description><![CDATA[Iran head coach Amir Ghalenoei lamented both the conditions his team have had to face in this tournament, but also the bad luck they encountered.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/iran-coach-on-var-call-were-an-unlucky-team/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:33:17 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/iran-coach-on-var-call-were-an-unlucky-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cape Verde's World Cup success isn't just for them...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The big nations win the World Cup, but the small nations make it. 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the FIFA World Cup on Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/dembl-first-half-hat-trick-sees-france-win-group/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 23:35:11 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/dembl-first-half-hat-trick-sees-france-win-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schweinsteiger clarifies Ivory Coast comment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Germany player Bastian Schweinsteiger said Friday he was talking about Ivory Coast's style and not its players when he spoke last weekend about what his country's national team could expect from its African opponent during their group match.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/schweinsteiger-clarifies-ivory-coast-comment/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 23:04:11 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🇦🇺]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jos-and-mourinho-debate-australias-chances-/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jos-and-mourinho-debate-australias-chances-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Toney: No malice in 'clear the air' Tuchel talks]]></title><description><![CDATA[England striker Ivan Toney has said his "clear the air" talks with Thomas Tuchel were over a misunderstanding of each other's personalities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/toney-no-malice-in-clear-the-air-tuchel-talks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:30:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/toney-no-malice-in-clear-the-air-tuchel-talks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Madrid want Camavinga exit to sign MF]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jos&eacute; Mourinho would still like to sign a new midfielder at Real Madrid -- but the club has decided to put any further arrivals on hold until at least one of the current midfielders leave, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-madrid-want-camavinga-exit-to-sign-mf/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:30:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-madrid-want-camavinga-exit-to-sign-mf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martínez: Portugal not focussed on R32 opponent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portugal coach Roberto Martinez has said he is only focussing on beating Colombia in their final Group K game and not about their potential first opponent in the round of 32]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/martnez-portugal-not-focussed-on-r32-opponent/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:30:13 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players.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/panama-players-clash-in-training-pre-england-tie/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:58:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/panama-players-clash-in-training-pre-england-tie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Japan TOOK IT To Sweden 💥]]></title><description><![CDATA[Japan TOOK IT To Sweden 💥]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/japan-took-it-to-sweden-/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/japan-took-it-to-sweden-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[José Reacts to Ecuador's Hungry Performance 🇪🇨]]></title><description><![CDATA[José Reacts to Ecuador's Hungry Performance 🇪🇨]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jos-reacts-to-ecuadors-hungry-performance-/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:42:00 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coach Stale Solbakken planning to rest ten players, sources have told ESPN.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-haaland-to-miss-france-world-cup-clash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:21:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-haaland-to-miss-france-world-cup-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kaka chooses his TEN for the FIFA World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kaka chooses his TEN for the FIFA World Cup]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kaka-chooses-his-ten-for-the-fifa-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/kaka-chooses-his-ten-for-the-fifa-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[José and Mourinho are excited for Kylian Mbappé vs Erling Haaland 🍿]]></title><description><![CDATA[José and Mourinho are excited for Kylian Mbappé vs Erling Haaland 🍿]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jos-and-mourinho-are-excited-for-kylian-mbapp-vs-erling-haaland-/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/jos-and-mourinho-are-excited-for-kylian-mbapp-vs-erling-haaland-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Newcastle reject Arsenal Guimarães bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal have had a &pound;55 million ($73m) offer for Bruno Guimar&atilde;es rejected by Newcastle United, sources have told ESPN Brasil.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-newcastle-reject-arsenal-guimares-bid/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:05:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/sources-newcastle-reject-arsenal-guimares-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farewell Wrexham: Paul Mullin leaves club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Mullin is to leave Wrexham after five years 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Rogers says he and close friend Jude Bellingham could "100%" thrive alongside each other in the same England starting lineup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rogers-bellingham-and-i-can-play-together/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:15:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/rogers-bellingham-and-i-can-play-together/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[G&uuml;ndogan: Anderson 'great addition' to Man City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ilkay G&uuml;ndogan has said that Nottingham Forest and England midfielder Elliot Anderson will "make a great addition" to the Manchester City squad.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/guumlndogan-anderson-great-addition-to-man-city/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:15:13 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/guumlndogan-anderson-great-addition-to-man-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hunger, neglect, sexual abuse: Inside Argentina's soccer development system]]></title><description><![CDATA[An investigation into Argentina's soccer system that produced the defending World Cup champions found that it is rife with exploitation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/hunger-neglect-sexual-abuse-inside-argentinas-soccer-development-system/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:18:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/hunger-neglect-sexual-abuse-inside-argentinas-soccer-development-system/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Some duos have incredible chemistry, whereas others, not so much 😂#MumbaiCity #AamchiCity 🔵]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some duos have incredible chemistry, whereas others, not so much 😂#MumbaiCity #AamchiCity 🔵]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/some-duos-have-incredible-chemistry-whereas-others-not-so-much-mumbaicity-aamchicity-/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:25:00 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boat.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/usv-hercules-hero-dies-after-boat-collision-age-28/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:56:10 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/sport/football/usv-hercules-hero-dies-after-boat-collision-age-28/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet the Bindons: The first mother-son duo to appe...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tyler Bindon followed in his mother Jenny's footsteps by appearing for New Zealand in this year's World Cup. 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